Plumbing Estimator

Plumbing Estimator - Commercial Mechanical Contractor

A leading mechanical contractor is seeking a Plumbing Estimator to join a growing preconstruction team supporting high-profile commercial projects. This is an opportunity to play a key role in winning and delivering complex work across sectors such as healthcare, data centers, and large-scale commercial developments.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate plumbing and mechanical take-offs from drawings, specifications, and BIM models
• Develop detailed cost estimates including labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor pricing
• Analyze project requirements, identify risks, and build competitive bid strategies
• Collaborate closely with project managers, preconstruction teams, and clients during bid and budget phases
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor/vendor quotations and ensure scope coverage
• Support value engineering efforts to optimize cost and constructability
• Maintain strong documentation of estimates, assumptions, and bid clarifications

What We're Looking For

• 3+ years of estimating experience within plumbing or mechanical construction
• Strong understanding of commercial plumbing systems (domestic water, sanitary, storm, medical gas a plus)
• Experience pricing projects across sectors such as healthcare, mission-critical, or large commercial builds
• Proficiency with take-off and estimating software (e.g., Bluebeam, Trimble, Accubid, etc.)
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and BIM models (Revit exposure beneficial)
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally with operations teams
• Detail-oriented mindset with a proactive approach to problem solving

Why Join

• Work on technically challenging, high-value projects across rapidly growing sectors
• Join a contractor with a strong pipeline of secured work and repeat clients
• Clear progression path into Senior Estimator or Preconstruction leadership roles
• Collaborative, team-driven culture with strong investment in technology and innovation
• Competitive compensation, bonus structure, and full benefits package

If you're looking to step into a role where you can have a direct impact on project success and be part of a forward-thinking mechanical contractor, this is a great opportunity to explore.