MEP Cost Manager

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed quantity take-offs for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and low-voltage systems.
• Develop conceptual budgets, cost plans, and parametric models using historical data and market benchmarks.
• Create estimate assemblies including labor, material, and equipment details.
• Solicit, level, and analyze subcontractor and vendor pricing to ensure competitive coverage.
• Perform scope gap analyses to identify omissions and ensure full system coverage.
• Evaluate and propose cost-effective alternatives for materials and construction methodologies.
• Partner with architectural, civil, and structural estimating teams to identify design gaps and market risks.
• Utilize industry-standard tools such as CostX, OST, Bluebeam, Revit/BIM, MII, and PACES.
• Lead estimate reconciliation discussions with clients, design teams, and construction managers.
• Review and validate MEP-related change orders and cost impacts during the construction phase.

Requirements

• BA/BS degree plus at least six years of relevant experience.
• Deep expertise in MEP estimating across core disciplines (mechanical, electrical, plumbing, or fire protection).
• Proficiency with estimating software including CostX, OST, Bluebeam, Revit/BIM, MII, or PACES.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Security Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering.
• Ten years of experience in construction or estimating.
• Hands-on field experience or direct experience in construction trades.
• Experience estimating large-scale transportation, infrastructure, or complex federal programs.
• Familiarity with multiple estimating formats and classification systems such as CSI or UniFormat.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life, AD&D, and disability benefits.
• Paid time off and various leaves of absence.
• Retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan.
• Well-being resources and employee assistance programs.

About the Company

AECOM is a global infrastructure leader and a Fortune 500 firm dedicated to delivering a better world. We partner with clients to solve complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation, and buildings, creating sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle.