Jacobs
Senior MEP Cost Estimator
at Jacobs
Base Pay Range $118,300.00/yr - $207,100.00/yr
Overview We’re seeking a Senior MEP Cost Estimator with estimating experience ranging in size from $5M-$10B to support our projects and clients across the country. In this key role, you'll be responsible for preparing accurate and comprehensive cost estimates for projects across all divisions, including mechanical (plumbing, HVAC, fire sprinkler (parameter ests), electrical, specialty systems). You'll ensure quantity takeoff, pricing, parameter estimating, and support strategic decisions and client satisfaction. You'll review design documents, proposals, specifications, drawings, attend design development meetings, and assess the risk and cost impacts required to develop the estimates. You’ll collaborate with knowledgeable and supportive teams as you prepare estimates by reviewing and comprehending scope documents, developing project work breakdown structures, calculating complete scope of work take‑offs, assist contracts staff with statements of work for subcontractors and vendors, and apply construction means and method.
Key Responsibilities
Develop capital cost estimates for projects.
Review contractor proposals for various procurement types.
Review and validate change orders.
Interface with external clients in the presentation of capital costs.
Maintain organized and detailed files, project records and logs.
Attend project meetings as required.
Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent.
Progressive and successful cost estimating experience in all project phases.
Experience hard bid / negotiated general contractor experience.
Knowledge of MS Office products, Sage Timberline, MII estimating software, HCSS Heavy Bid and Blue Beam a plus.
Must be a United States citizen.
Ability to obtain a DOE and other Federal security clearance.
Desired Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management or a related field.
At least 5-15 years of estimating and construction experience related to Building and Vertical Construction.
Alternative delivery procurement experience.Understanding of the relationship between cost, risk and schedule.
Certifications such as a CPE, CEP, CCP, or CCM are a plus.
Benefits Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full‑time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. Certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.
EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Seniority Level Not Applicable
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Civil Engineering, Design Services, and IT Services and IT Consulting
Job posted on December 16, 2025. This position will be open for at least 3 days.
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at Jacobs
Base Pay Range $118,300.00/yr - $207,100.00/yr
Overview We’re seeking a Senior MEP Cost Estimator with estimating experience ranging in size from $5M-$10B to support our projects and clients across the country. In this key role, you'll be responsible for preparing accurate and comprehensive cost estimates for projects across all divisions, including mechanical (plumbing, HVAC, fire sprinkler (parameter ests), electrical, specialty systems). You'll ensure quantity takeoff, pricing, parameter estimating, and support strategic decisions and client satisfaction. You'll review design documents, proposals, specifications, drawings, attend design development meetings, and assess the risk and cost impacts required to develop the estimates. You’ll collaborate with knowledgeable and supportive teams as you prepare estimates by reviewing and comprehending scope documents, developing project work breakdown structures, calculating complete scope of work take‑offs, assist contracts staff with statements of work for subcontractors and vendors, and apply construction means and method.
Key Responsibilities
Develop capital cost estimates for projects.
Review contractor proposals for various procurement types.
Review and validate change orders.
Interface with external clients in the presentation of capital costs.
Maintain organized and detailed files, project records and logs.
Attend project meetings as required.
Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent.
Progressive and successful cost estimating experience in all project phases.
Experience hard bid / negotiated general contractor experience.
Knowledge of MS Office products, Sage Timberline, MII estimating software, HCSS Heavy Bid and Blue Beam a plus.
Must be a United States citizen.
Ability to obtain a DOE and other Federal security clearance.
Desired Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management or a related field.
At least 5-15 years of estimating and construction experience related to Building and Vertical Construction.
Alternative delivery procurement experience.Understanding of the relationship between cost, risk and schedule.
Certifications such as a CPE, CEP, CCP, or CCM are a plus.
Benefits Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full‑time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. Certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.
EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Seniority Level Not Applicable
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Civil Engineering, Design Services, and IT Services and IT Consulting
Job posted on December 16, 2025. This position will be open for at least 3 days.
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