Junior Estimator / Project Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Doug Egner Plumbing & Medical Gas, LLC is seeking a motivated Junior Estimator / Project Engineer to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a career in commercial plumbing, medical gas, estimating, and construction project management.

We’re looking for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, eager to learn, and interested in developing their skills within the commercial construction industry. Whether you have some industry experience, are early in your construction career, or are completing a related degree or training program, we encourage you to apply.

• Assist with reviewing project plans, specifications, drawings, and contract documents to understand project scope and requirements.

• Perform quantity takeoffs for plumbing and medical gas materials, and other project components.

• Assist with obtaining and analyzing pricing for materials, equipment, and other project costs.

• Help prepare detailed estimates, bid proposals, and supporting documentation.

• Conduct jobsite visits when necessary to gather information and better understand field conditions.

• Maintain organized estimating files, bid documentation, historical pricing, and project records.

• Assist with tracking project costs, submittals, RFIs, change orders, procurement, and other project documentation as needed.

• Utilize Procore and other company systems to maintain accurate project and estimating information.

• Coordinate with internal teams, and project stakeholders.

• Review takeoffs and estimates for accuracy and completeness.

• Develop an understanding of commercial plumbing and medical gas systems, materials, installation methods, and applicable codes.

• Stay current on industry practices, construction methods, products, codes, and technologies.

• Support the estimating and project management teams with additional responsibilities as assigned.

• Entry-level candidates and individuals early in their construction careers are encouraged to apply.

• Previous experience or internship exposure in construction, plumbing, estimating, engineering, project management, or a related field is preferred but not required.

• Degree or coursework in Construction Management, Engineering, Building Construction, or a related field is a plus.

• Experience with Procore or similar construction management software is preferred.

• Previous experience reading construction plans or performing quantity takeoffs is a plus.

• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.

• Ability to read and develop proficiency in interpreting construction drawings, specifications, and technical documents.

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

• Comfortable working with numbers, measurements, spreadsheets, and detailed project information.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple assignments and priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

• Problem-solving mindset and ability to work collaboratively with both office and field teams.

• Interest in developing a long-term career in estimating, project engineering, or construction project management.

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

• Ability to travel to project sites as needed.

• Willingness to learn commercial plumbing and medical gas systems, terminology, codes, and industry standards.

✅ Medical, Dental & Vision benefits beginning the 1st of the month following your date of hire
✅ Traditional 401(k) and Roth options available beginning day one
✅ Paid PTO and Holidays
✅ Advanced company training and hands-on industry experience
✅ Opportunities for professional development and advancement
✅ Exposure to both estimating and project management career paths

At Doug Egner Plumbing & Medical Gas, LLC , we believe in developing talented people and providing opportunities to grow within the company. This position offers hands-on experience across estimating, preconstruction, and project management while working on commercial plumbing and medical gas projects.

If you’re detail-oriented, motivated to learn, and ready to build a career in the construction industry, we’d like to hear from you. Apply today and grow with our team.