Plumbing Estimator - Commercial & Industrial Plumbing

AlphaHireSan Jose, CaliforniaOn-siteFull-timeSenior, 5–8 yearsListed 4 hours ago

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About this role

We’re seeking an experienced Plumbing Estimator to prepare accurate, competitive bids for commercial and industrial plumbing and process piping projects.

Key Responsibilities

- Prepare estimates, bids, and budgets for labor, materials, equipment, and installation costs.
- Review blueprints, MEP drawings, and specifications to perform accurate quantity takeoffs.
- Identify scope gaps, cost risks, and potential change orders before bid submission.
- Obtain and evaluate supplier, vendor, and subcontractor quotes to develop competitive pricing.
- Coordinate with general contractors, engineers, and trade partners to clarify project requirements.
- Update estimates for change orders and maintain organized bid records and historical cost data.

Requirements

- 5+ years of commercial or industrial plumbing estimating experience.
- Direct experience estimating plumbing systems and/or process piping installations.
- Background with a plumbing, mechanical, or MEP contracting company.
- Ability to interpret technical drawings, plumbing layouts, and construction specifications.
- Strong knowledge of construction labor costs, material pricing, and estimating methods.
- Proficiency with estimating software, digital takeoff tools, and Microsoft Office.

Important: Candidates must have direct commercial or industrial plumbing estimating experience. Residential-only estimators and general construction estimators without relevant plumbing experience will not qualify.

Benefits

- Competitive compensation based on experience.
- Health insurance options.
- Retirement plan options.
- Paid time off.
- Additional company-sponsored benefits.