PLUMBING ESTIMATOR

Plumbing Estimator

Position Summary: Responsible for estimation and takeoffs of plumbing jobs. The individual should have a good understanding of all aspects of mechanical contracting and be able to communicate effectively with contractors, designers, owners and job-site personnel, representing TP Mechanical Contractors in a professional manner. Overall responsibility will be to manage the estimating team for the region and to assist in other regions when requested.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Reading and understanding project specifications and drawings.
• Provide project material takeoffs and pricing.
• Attends project site surveys and walks.
• Ability to obtain quotes from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Must stay current with all estimating software and attend training as needed and/or required.
• Provides the VP of Estimating quantitative material take-offs and inputs information into spreadsheets.
• Ensures smooth and timely estimates.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience required:

• 5 years experience in commercial plumbing, heating, and/or fire protection estimating, or completion of approved apprenticeship program and 3 years experience as a Journeyman.
• 3-5 years prior estimating experience.
• Trimble Viewpoint and/or Quick Pen, Autodesk Est-MEP, and QuoteSoft experience

Job Skills:

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Knowledge of general plumbing and piping installation.
• Good math ability.
• Good computer skills (knowledgeable with Microsoft Excel).
• Detail oriented.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Estimation and/or Quicken experience preferred.
• Ability to communicate on a professional level in front of peers, co-workers and customers.
• Ability to conduct scope reviews with clients/customers.

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• Journeyman Plumber license or equivalent experience
• Journeyman HVAC license or equivalent experience

Physical Requirements:

• Eyesight correctable to 20/50
• Capable of job site tours, climbing ladders and on/off equipment, etc.

Special Requirements:

• Valid Drivers License

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