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Role: MEP Engineer – Capital Projects

Location: North Chicago, IL/Milwaukee, WI/Indianapolis, IN

Duration: 12+Months(Contract#W2)

Client: Pharmaceutical

Objective:

Ensure all mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) installations meet the approved design, performance standards, and regulatory requirements through inspection, verification, and proper documentation.

Key Responsibilities:

Electrical Systems

• Inspect electrical equipment, wiring, and installations to ensure compliance with approved designs and regulations.
• Review instrument calibration certificates and loop testing documents.
• Check instrument air systems, tubing, and junction box installations.
• Verify grounding, bonding, and safety disconnect systems.
• Inspect motor control centers (MCC), variable frequency drives (VFD), and power distribution systems.
• Review electrical documentation and as-built drawings.

Mechanical Systems

• Inspect mechanical equipment and installations to ensure compliance with approved designs and regulations.
• Review mechanical drawings, specifications, and documentation.
• Monitor mechanical construction progress and quality.
• Review mechanical as-built documentation.

Quality & Compliance

• Review design documents, technical drawings, and layouts against project requirements (URS).
• Document construction progress and quality observations.
• Identify and report deviations or non-conformities.
• Inspect damaged materials and report issues.
• Schedule and conduct site inspections.

Coordination & Reporting

• Attend project meetings as required.
• Collaborate with engineering, QA, contractors, and suppliers to resolve issues.
• Provide inspection feedback and corrective action recommendations.
• Maintain and share earned value/credit reports with project stakeholders.

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Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated Field Service Technician or Field Service Technician in Training to support the installation, maintenance, and repair of medical equipment. Experience with C-arm imaging systems is a plus, but we are also open to training candidates with strong mechanical or technical aptitude. This position involves regular travel throughout the Greater Chicago area, driving between customer locations and the office, with occasional out-of-state travel.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, service, troubleshoot, and repair medical equipment at customer sites
• Perform preventative maintenance and inspections
• Assist senior technicians with diagnostics and repairs (Technician in Training)
• Learn and follow service procedures, safety standards, and compliance requirements
• Accurately complete service documentation and reports
• Communicate professionally with customers, clinical staff, and internal teams
• Travel between customer sites and office locations as required

Qualifications

Field Service Technician:

• Prior experience servicing medical equipment or related technical systems
• C-arm or medical imaging experience preferred

Field Service Technician in Training:

• Technical, mechanical, or electrical background (schooling, military, or hands-on experience)
• Strong willingness to learn field service skills and medical equipment systems

For All Candidates:

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Good communication and customer service abilities
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Ability to travel throughout the Greater Chicago area
• Willingness to travel out of state a few times per year

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Medical imaging equipment experience (C-arms, X-ray, fluoroscopy, etc.)
• Biomedical/Clinical Engineering experience
• Experience working in hospitals, clinics, or healthcare environments
• Basic computer skills for documentation and reporting

Training & Growth

• Structured on-the-job training for Technicians in Training
• Opportunity to advance to a full Field Service Technician role
• Ongoing technical and professional development

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary position – pay dependent on experience
• 401(k) with company match
• Health insurance options
• Expense reimbursement (travel and work-related expenses)
• Car allowance
• Paid vacation and time off



Work Environment & Travel

• Primary service area: Greater Chicago area
• Regular driving between customer sites and office (New Lenox, IL)
• Occasional out-of-state travel (a few times per year)

Are you a seasoned sales professional in the construction industry looking to lead efforts for a industry leader on a national scale?

*This role is a fully remote position, candidates can be based in any location with travel expected*

LVI are currently working with a global leader in advanced performance materials, including commercial roofing systems and other architectural and engineering products. With decades of experience and a strong reputation for quality, they partner with architects, engineers, and contractors to bring complex projects to life. Having been in business for over 50 years, this company has an award winning portfolio, recognised for the commitment to quality and company culture.

Why Join?

• Competitive base salary plus performance-based bonus
• Flexible work arrangements, including remote options
• Comprehensive benefits: health, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, paid time off, and holidays
• Professional growth through training, tuition reimbursement, and networking opportunities
• A collaborative culture with team events and company-wide celebrations

Position Overview

We are seeking a Strategic Channel Development Manager that will be focused on the data center market. This individual will build relationships with major contractors, architectural firms, and engineering partners to influence specifications and secure our products as the preferred choice for critical infrastructure projects.

The ideal candidate thrives in complex sales environments, understands the construction ecosystem, and can engage senior decision makers to drive strategic outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategies to grow market share within the data center segment
• Build partnerships with national and multinational contractors, architects, and engineers
• Position our solutions as the basis of design for targeted projects
• Maintain a strong pipeline and deliver accurate forecasts using CRM tools
• Lead AIA and continuing education initiatives to strengthen industry engagement
• Collaborate across internal teams to align efforts and share insights
• Present and negotiate at executive levels to close high-value opportunities
• Consistently meet or exceed sales and specification goals

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or related field (Master's preferred)
• 10+ years in strategic sales, channel development, or business development within construction or related industries; experience with data center projects is highly desirable
• Proven success in managing complex sales cycles and building executive-level relationships
• Strong knowledge of building materials and specification processes
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
• Proficiency with CRM platforms such as Salesforce
• Ability to influence stakeholders and deliver results in a competitive market

If you are an ambitious professional within the space, we'd love to hear from you!

Job Description: Licensed Professional HVAC Design Engineer

Reports To: President

FLSA: Exempt

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Company Overview

Admiral Heating has been a trusted leader in commercial and industrial HVAC solutions in the Chicagoland area for over 70 years. Specializing in union construction projects and service work, we partner with contractors, developers, and building owners to deliver custom engineered heating, ventilation, and air conditioning solutions. Our reputation is built on quality workmanship, deep industry relationships, and a commitment to long-term customer success.

Admiral Heating operates on EOS (Entrepreneur Operating System). Our Core Values which we require all employees to exemplify are: Safety and Quality First, Intensely Diligent, Own it!, Innovative Approach, Proudly Humble of our Reputation and Exceed Expectations.

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Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop, review, and approve mechanical system designs for HVAC systems.
• Prepare and certify engineering drawings, technical specifications, and calculations in accordance with applicable standards and regulations.
• Conduct system load analyses, equipment selections, and energy performance evaluations.
• Oversee all phases of project development from concept through construction completion.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including architectural, electrical, civil, and structural engineering professionals.
• Perform field inspections and provide technical support during construction and commissioning.
• Ensure all designs comply with state and local building codes, ASHRAE, IMC, and NFPA standards.
• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and quality assurance oversight for junior engineering staff.
• Participate in project meetings, client presentations, and design reviews.
• Maintain a current understanding of emerging technologies, materials, and industry trends relevant to mechanical systems design

Qualifications, Competencies, & Abilities:

• Extensive knowledge of mechanical systems and the ability to design commercial HVAC, duct, and piping systems.
• Proficiency in HAP and E20 software.
• Strong knowledge of AutoCAD and ability to prepare and review detailed drawings.
• Experience in design-build delivery, construction administration, or BIM coordination.
• LEED accreditation or demonstrated experience with sustainable design practices.
• Excellent command of the English language, including grammar, spelling, and written composition.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work collaboratively with individuals at all levels of the organization, including executives.

Physical Demands and Working Environment:

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

• Environment: Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment.
• Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; to travel to other locations using various modes of private and commercial transportation; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.
• Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction.
• Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering MEP
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of Illinois
• Fluent with Microsoft Office Suite.
• 7 Plus Years’ experience minimum, 10 Plus preferred
• Extensive knowledge of HVAC, duct work and piping
• Proficiency in HAP, E20, and AutoCAD suite software

Compensation and Benefits

• Base Salary Range $120,000 - $180,000
• Bonus and Profit Sharing up to 30% of base salary
• Fidelity 401k Plan with all fees paid by Admiral
• 401k Safe Harbor Match of 4%
• BCBS PPO and HMO Health Insurance Options (Admiral pays 75%)
• Dental and Vision Plans (Admiral pays 75%)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Generous PTO Policy
• Paid Holiday’s
• 100% Admiral paid Long and Short Term and Short
• $20,000 Admiral Paid Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts
• Employee Assistance Plan
• CTA and Parking Reimbursement
• Employee events throughout the year

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This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by managers to perform other instructions and duties. This job description may be revised from time to time and does not constitute a contract for employment.

Overview

This role manages a wide range of surveying and construction‑related projects from initial setup through final closeout. It requires strong technical proficiency with surveying tools, the ability to lead field crews, and the organizational skills to oversee scope, schedules, budgets, and quality. The position is highly client‑facing and involves coordinating teams, ensuring compliance with project specifications, and maintaining safety standards on active job sites.

Must‑Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Surveying, Construction, Engineering, or related field or equivalent experience
• Demonstrated success managing surveying or construction‑related projects
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Trimble survey equipment, and Leica scanners
• Strong leadership and client management skills
• Excellent organizational and problem‑solving abilities; able to manage multiple projects at once
• Ability to visit and safely navigate construction and project sites

Plusses

• Experience with ALTA/NSPS, boundary, topographic, or construction layout surveys
• Background in materials testing, plan review, or technical computations
• Experience with business development, proposals, or estimating
• Prior work coordinating survey crews or inspection teams
• Familiarity with municipal or infrastructure‑related survey projects

Day‑to‑Day

• Manage construction layout, staking, topographic, boundary, and ALTA/NSPS survey projects from kickoff through closeout
• Develop project scope, procedures, schedules, and budgets
• Review contracts to identify key requirements, milestones, and deliverables
• Coordinate daily with the Survey Coordinator to schedule field crews
• Maintain strong client relationships and serve as the primary point of contact
• Oversee QA/QC processes and conduct field safety audits
• Collaborate with contractors, engineers, technicians, and office staff
• Prepare cost estimates, proposals, and final deliverables
• Monitor budgets, schedules, and change orders, resolving issues proactively
• Supervise survey crews and support staff, including reviewing timesheets and work quality
• Support business development through proposals and ongoing client engagement

About Us

Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that safely delivers clients across North America the highest quality solutions on time, on budget, and above and beyond expectations. With $7.6 billion in revenue for 2024, Clayco specializes in the "art and science of building," providing fast-track, efficient solutions for industrial, commercial, institutional, and residential-related building projects.

The Role We Want You For

As a Preconstruction Cost Manager, you will be assisting in the development and management of the project financial strategy within the Preconstruction Phase. You will be working directly with the EVP of Preconstruction and Procurement Strategy, Project Executives and Preconstruction Group in monitoring preconstruction cost spends and developing staff, general conditions and general requirement monitors for our Project pursuits. You will be responsible for generating and maintaining reports that provide information to Preconstruction and Cost Controls leadership, work with the management team to identify variances, risks and maintain quality control processes to improve preconstruction cost procedures and ensuring conformity with management's strategy.

The Specifics of the Role

• Works with all preconstruction disciplines to ensure understanding of preconstruction budget targets.
• Review project documents and specifications to co-develop general conditions, general requirements and preconstruction plans for submission to bid to our clients.
• Update and reporting to management current preconstruction staff spend including project costs which are reimbursable to our clients under a preconstruction agreement.
• Works closely with the accounting department to ensure the correct integration of all information needed to ensure accuracy in billings, payment applications, change orders, direct cost, etc.
• Works closely with the project management team, executive management personnel, subcontractors, as well as occasional contact with clients.
• Responsible for cost engineering, cost estimation, cost analysis, and control activities for projects with significant non-routine requirements or for proposal estimating activities which require a moderate degree of technical skill and experience.
• Ensuring quality, accuracy, consistency, spend profile, performing change management, and transparency in all cost management deliverables.
• Take ownership of the cost control function and ensure integrity of the cost and forecast reporting.

Requirements

• Bachelor Degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or Construction Management, or related degree.
• 5-10 years of Project Cost experience.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in the construction industry.
• Knowledge of project development stages, procurement, project controls, and construction execution practices is required.
• Working knowledge of applicable computer software such as PMWeb or similar project portfolio management software, DataServ, Excel, JD Edwards, or related software programs.
• Effective problem-solving skills.
• Results oriented and deliver on customer commitments.
• PMP certification desirable.

Some Things You Should Know

• To serve our Clients in our Chicago or St. Louis office – some travel will be required
• No other builder can offer the collaborative design-build approach that Clayco does.
• We work on creative, complex, award-winning, high-profile jobs.
• The pace is fast!

Why Clayco?

• 2025 Best Places to Work – St. Louis Business Journal, Los Angeles Business Journal, and Phoenix Business Journal.
• 2025 ENR Midwest – Midwest Contractor (#1).
• 2025 ENR Top 100 Design-Build Firms – Design-Build Contractor (Top 5).
• 2025 ENR Top 100 Green Contractors – Green Contractor (Top 3).
• 2025 ENR Top 25 Data Center Builders - Data Center Contractor (Top 3).

Benefits

• Discretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company and individual performance.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more!

Compensation

• The salary range for this position considers a wide range of factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: Education, qualifications, skills, training, experience, certifications, internal equity, and location. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The Clayco Nationwide salary range for this position is approximately $90,000 - $125,000 +/- annually (not adjusted for location).

Role Description

The Development Manager primarily supports Core Acquisitions' Development and Construction departments, with a secondary focus on the Acquisition and Asset Management team. This role will contribute in all aspects of the development process from site evaluation, underwriting and tenant procurement through design, entitlement, construction, tenant installation and building disposition. The Development Manager will be a key representative of the firm for interactions with landowners, municipal officials, consultants, contractors, tenants, brokers, and investment partners. This role offers an exciting opportunity to make meaningful contributions to an established and fast growing best-in-class boutique development and investment company. The Development Manager should have relevant experience in real estate acquisition, development, investment, disposition, and management.

About Core Acquisitions

Core Acquisitions is a Deerfield, IL based boutique commercial real estate investment, development, and property management company. Core focuses on the retail property sector, managing over 4 million square feet of property historically. Since Core’s inception in 2011, Core has acquired 5-10 deals per year utilizing relationship debt and equity sources. Core continues to grow and evolve as a company which allows this position exceptional growth opportunities

Requirements:

• 2 to 4+ years of project management and team leadership
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Experience in entitlements and the development process
• Professional knowledge of building construction, civil engineering, and architecture
• Understanding of real estate property and contract law
• Strong financial and underwriting experience
• Commercial tenant lease analysis
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills

Primary Responsibilities will include:

• Manage design consultant coordination and municipal entitlement submittals
• Point of contact between ownership, consultants, contractors, municipalities, and investment partners
• Assist Development Director, Engineering, Project Managers, and Architects with permitting coordination through issuance
• Manage the project schedule in coordination with the firm’s development team and outside consultants
• Create, distribute, and update project schedules
• Organize in-depth tracking of project pipeline
• Coordinate internal project communication
• Attend any pre-submittal jurisdictional meetings and resolve permitting delays
• Participate in all construction status meetings
• Ensure budget status is clearly communicated to internal team, investment partners and lenders
• Analyze budget to actual costs throughout construction process
• Development proforma underwriting

Compensation will be commensurate with experience. Position will include a competitive base salary and bonus tied to performance. Please submit resumes to  

Job Summary

The Design Engineering Manager (DEM) performs a variety of management, design, and drafting activities including structural analysis and design, preparing fabrication and installation drawings for construction projects, material order and project management. The DEM will take a construction project from start to finish for all engineering-related activities. The DEM reports to the Executive Vice President and should have the potential of working into a senior manager role.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis and prepare design analyses on concrete foundations, towers, bridges, hanger systems, and other structural elements of a construction project.

• Prepare dimensional drawings, installation drawings, and site layout drawings.

• Conduct surveying and layout at construction projects.

• Direct other engineers through projects.

• Work directly with and aid in managing the manufacturing shop processes.

• Review blueprints, plans, specifications and other customer documentation.

• Works on guidelines for installation drawings, which meet and exceed the customer’s requirements (bid and submittal phase). Implement these requirements on drawings prepared for the customer.

• Serve as an information source on planning and design of equipment installations.

• Maintain notes, design calculations and other documentation (e.g. drawings, bill of materials, list of design parameters, and /performance guarantees) for future reference.

• Work with customers and their representatives to determine project needs, requirements, and ensure timing of all required engineering-related activities meet the project schedule.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering (structural focus) and at least 5 years (preferred 10) experience in the structural engineering and drafting field.

• PE or SE license preferred.

• Surveying education and/or experience preferred.

• Parts or structures modeling and detailing experience using SolidWorks software preferred.

• Experience using AutoCAD 2D design software preferred.

• Experience in equipment and site layout for construction projects preferred.

Specialized Knowledge and Abilities

• Excellent communications skills: interpersonal, listening, oral, and written.

• Skilled in PC usage and associated software including structural analysis software and Microsoft Office.

• Able to generate layout drawings from sketches and specifications.

• Able to work with minimal supervision, efficiently schedule and manage time along with others’ time.

The DEM must be able to concentrate for extended periods of time paying close attention to detail. The DEM’s work environment does not require much physical movement. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit.

Salary and Benefits

• $110,000 - $140,000 annual salary
• $20,000 - $45,000 annual bonus based on company profits
• 15 Days of PTO & 9 Paid Holidays; PTO accrual increases every year
• Health Insurance
• Dental, Vision and Short Term Disability Insurance Plans available
• 401K Plan with 100% employer match up to 3% and then 50% employer match of the employee contribution up to 5%
• $25,000 life insurance poilicy with additional life insurance available

This position is an office environment located in Bradford, IL. There will be occasional site trips to construction projects required. The full-time position requires successful completion of the following: Pre-Employment drug screening and Pre-Employment background screening. Send resumes to

Project Engineer

Toro Construction Corp – General Contracting Division

Orland Park, IL | Full-Time (Onsite) | Entry-Level to Mid-Level

Position Summary

Toro Construction Corp is seeking a driven and detail-oriented Project Engineer to join our General Contracting Division. This individual will play a key role in supporting project management teams through all phases of construction and assisting with the estimating process for upcoming work. The ideal candidate will be organized, proactive, and eager to grow within a dynamic and fast-paced construction environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of assigned projects and tasks, reporting directly to Project Managers or Division Leaders.
• Assist with bid preparation, including quantity takeoffs, subcontractor outreach, and proposal assembly under the direction of senior staff.
• Review and evaluate Change Order Requests for accuracy and scope alignment.
• Coordinate, track, and manage project submittals and RFIs to ensure timely response and project continuity.
• Communicate effectively with project teams and external partners regarding submittals, ASIs, RFIs, and other construction documentation.
• Schedule and coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and consultants to keep projects on track.
• Perform basic quality control duties and assist in ensuring work performed meets specifications and standards.
• Support material procurement and documentation processes.
• Participate in job site meetings and assist with daily reporting and project tracking.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 1–3 years of experience in construction project support or estimating preferred (internships considered).
• Strong understanding of construction documents and processes.
• Familiarity with construction software such as Bluebeam, Procore, Microsoft Project, or similar platforms.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and shop drawings.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Soft Skills & Competencies

• Communication: Speaks clearly and effectively; listens attentively; demonstrates professionalism in all interactions.
• Team Collaboration: Works well in team settings, welcomes feedback, and supports shared success.
• Problem-Solving: Identifies potential issues early and proposes effective solutions.
• Adaptability: Thrives in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
• Initiative: Shows eagerness to learn, take on new challenges, and grow within the company.
• Dependability: Follows through on tasks and responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• Professionalism: Maintains a positive attitude, respects others, and represents the company with integrity.

Why Join Toro Construction Corp?

At Toro, we believe in building more than just structures—we build careers. Our team is committed to integrity, craftsmanship, and collaboration. We invest in the growth and development of our staff, and this role is designed as a stepping stone toward becoming a future Project Manager or Estimator.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Health insurance options with company contributions
• Opportunities for advancement and continuing education

Apply Today

• If you’re ready to take the next step in your construction career and work with a company that values your contribution, we’d love to hear from you.

Benefits found in job post

Medical insurance

Requirements added by the job poster

• Bachelor's Degree

• Can start immediately

• Working in an onsite setting

• Authorized to work in the United States

About Us

Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that safely delivers clients across North America the highest quality solutions on time, on budget, and above and beyond expectations. With $7.6 billion in revenue for 2024, Clayco specializes in the "art and science of building," providing fast track, efficient solutions for industrial, commercial, institutional, and residential related building projects.

The Role We Want You For

The Mechanical Preconstruction Manager will participate in all aspects of the preconstruction process for mechanical systems to develop accurate, detailed cost estimates, often based on conceptual or schematic designs with a focus on heavy/ advanced manufacturing, industrial and mission critical projects. This role is expected to interact with engineers, architects, consultants, owner’s representatives, subcontractors, suppliers, a multi-discipline estimating team, senior management, project supervision, and field personnel.

The Specifics of the Role

• Responsible for the collection and distribution of bid documentation relative to RFPs, and solicitation for bid requests using online platform (Autodesk Building Connected).
• Assist in gathering information to complete Bid Qualification and Criteria requirements.
• Attend pre-bid meetings to become familiar with unique project requirements and analyze existing site conditions to determine required scope that is not already indicated.
• Review and interpret project documents to determine job-specific material, equipment, and labor requirements for scope development.
• Prepare written scopes of work for subcontracts and suppliers and coordinate mechanical scopes with the work of other trades (e.g., civil, structural, architectural, electrical, etc.).
• Participate in pre-proposal design coordination meetings to support the development of pricing documents for conceptual estimates.
• Perform constructability analysis of project documents. Communicate design and constructability issues to the project team, while identifying risk elements and appropriate mitigation measures.
• Provide viable design alternatives and value engineering propositions with analysis supporting benefits to initial and life cycle cost, schedule, maintenance, etc.
• Perform quantity survey of mechanical systems and components using digitized software, and apply industry standard labor rates (e.g., MCAA, PHCC, etc.) to develop accurate cost estimates.
• Evaluate vendor and subcontractor for conformance with proposal requirements; level scopes and identify low cost/ best value responses while capturing assumptions, rationale, inclusions, exclusions, etc.
• Prepare estimates used for bidding and budgeting purposes (including self-performed work); participate in internal estimate review process and assist with final recap of estimate for presentation to senior management.
• Support project management tasks, including budgeting, schedule development, interim design review, change order pricing, procurement, value engineering, and vendor selection based on proposal development.
• Coordinate with project teams to evaluate productivity for historical data and schedule/ cost forecasting purposes.
• Maintain and improve supplier and subcontractor database utilizing the company’s prequalification program.
• Supervise junior estimators, estimating assistants and/or Interns, providing training and support in a mentoring capacity and review work products for quality control.
• Assist in the organization and maintenance of estimating software material cost databases to ensure accurate costs are consistently utilized on bids; communicate data on construction and material cost trends affecting project costs to project teams.
• Identify opportunities for improvement in departmental processes, approach, and execution of estimating and preconstruction functions; assist in creating or adopting new tools to maximize productivity with the lowest attendant value of acceptable risk.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or other Engineering discipline, Construction Management, or related field, or a combination of education (including trade schools) and professional experience.
• 5-10 years of experience in preconstruction/estimating with a focus on mechanical systems (i.e., Fire Protection, HVAC, Plumbing, Piping).
• Exhibits inclusive leadership and teamwork behavior, and values diverse perspectives from team members.
• Demonstrated experience in the successful management of bidding process for conceptual estimates with a preferred emphasis on heavy/ advanced manufacturing, industrial and mission critical markets.
• Working knowledge of codes and standards applicable to the design and installation of mechanical systems.
• Working knowledge of construction contract language and terms in addition to various contractual delivery methods (e.g., negotiated, hard bid, design assist, GMP, etc.)
• Possesses strong technical writing, math and computer skills with proficiency using standard office software applications such as Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint to support estimating efforts.
• Proficiency using estimating software with a preference for Trimble products.

Some Things You Should Know

• Our clients and projects are nationwide – Travel will be required.
• No other builder can offer the collaborative design-build approach that Clayco does.
• We work on creative, complex, award-winning, high-profile jobs.
• The pace is fast!

Why Clayco?

• 2025 Best Places to Work – St. Louis Business Journal, Los Angeles Business Journal, and Phoenix Business Journal.
• 2025 ENR Midwest – Midwest Contractor (#1).
• 2025 ENR Top 100 Design-Build Firms – Design-Build Contractor (Top 5).
• 2025 ENR Top 100 Green Contractors – Green Contractor (Top 3).
• 2025 ENR Top 25 Data Center Builders – Data Center Contractor (Top 3).

Benefits

• Discretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company and individual performance.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more!

Compensation

• The salary range for this position considers a wide range of factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: Education, qualifications, skills, training, experience, certifications, internal equity, and location. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The Clayco Nationwide salary range for this position is approximately $90,000 - $130,000 +/- annually (not adjusted for location).