Estimator Intern

Markade Plumbing; Surprise (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time

Company-paid life insurance

401(k) retirement plan with match

Job summary

Markade Plumbing in Surprise, AZ is seeking an Estimator to prepare precise plumbing system estimates for construction projects. You will create lead opportunities, perform detailed take-offs, and gather material and labor quantities to support project profitability.

Collaborate with subs and internal teams, review specs, and build estimates in our estimation software. This role emphasizes organization, communication, and proactive problem-solving in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction/business management preferred.
• Entry-level construction experience (plumbing preferred).
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Experience with project management software is a plus.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating estimates for plumbing systems.
• Create lead opportunities and folders in estimation software.
• Perform detailed take-offs and gather material and labor quantities.
• Gather quotes from subs IE; plumbing wholesalers, insulation contractors, excavation, and concrete cutting/coring contractors.
• Review specification books to capture piping materials and fixtures.
• Download bid docs and store in hosting platform.
• Prepare and send RFIs to general contractor.
• Build an estimate in estimation software.
• Review forecasted project schedules against manpower availability.
• Prepare a scope and exclusions for the bid.
• Review contract documents to verify scope and pricing.
• Log bid credentials into take-off software.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical abilities

Communication skills

People skills

Typing proficiency

Self-starter

Initiative

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction/business management

Tools

Microsoft Office

BlueBeam

BuilderTrend

BuildOps

Procore

Job description

Company Background

We are 30+ (and growing) market-leading operating companies that deliver unmatched HVAC, mechanical, refrigeration, plumbing, and electrical solutions. We are actively building the nation’s preferred technical service partnership for commercial MEP+ ecosystems, empowering industrial, commercial, and institutional clients—including Fortune 500 companies and other industry leaders across the United States with reliable, innovative service. Learn more about us at www.kelso-industries.com

Company Background

We are 30+ (and growing) market-leading operating companies that deliver unmatched HVAC, mechanical, refrigeration, plumbing, and electrical solutions. We are actively building the nation’s preferred technical service partnership for commercial MEP+ ecosystems, empowering industrial, commercial, and institutional clients—including Fortune 500 companies and other industry leaders across the United States with reliable, innovative service. Learn more about us at www.kelso-industries.com

Key Responsibilities

Job Overview

• As an Estimator at Markade Plumbing, you will assist in creating estimates for construction projects, focusing on plumbing systems.
• Create lead opportunities and folders in our estimation software system.
• Perform detailed take-offs and gather material and labor quantities, contributing to the project’s financial success.
• Gather, record, and review quotes from pertinent subs IE; plumbing wholesalers, insulation contractors, excavation, and concrete cutting/coring contractors.
• Review specification books to accurately capture piping material types, fixtures, insulation types, tags and markers, etc.
• Download all bid docs from bid invite and store in our hosting platform.
• Prepare and send RFI’s to general contractor.
• Build an estimate in our estimation software system.
• Review forecasted project schedule dates and confirm with project management team if dates work with current manpower availability (as needed)
• Prepare a scope/proposal clearly listing inclusions and exclusions in the bid.
• Review contract documents to verify accuracy of the scope of work and pricing.
• Log bid credentials into take off software after completion of bid.

Cross-Team Collaboration

• Collaborate with lead estimator to ensure accuracy of bid and that all bid docs have been reviewed
• Interact with general contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and internal Markade teams
• Participate in scope review meetings with lead estimator and project management team during pre-con turn over meetings.
• Participate in pre-award meetings with lead estimator and general contractor as needed.
• Comply with and contribute to expectations for quality and team standards

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction/business management (Preferred)
• Entry level experience in working in a construction field (Plumbing Preferred)
• Understanding of the construction process and construction drawings (Preferred)
• Strong organizational skills and ability to juggle multiple priorities
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; experience in BlueBeam, BuilderTrend and BuildOps, Procore, and other project management software (a bonus)
• Excellent analytical, communication, and people skills
• Proficient in typing on a keyboard
• Professional conduct, problem-solving mindset, and team spirit
• Self-starter with initiative and independence
• Committed to personal growth and improvement

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance bonuses
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave
• Company-paid life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with match

Why Join Us?

We’re committed to attracting talented individuals who seek a company with a strong foundation of success and an outstanding culture. We proactively provide competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and clear pathways for career advancement with autonomy and flexibility in an entrepreneurial environment.

Learn more about us at www.kelso-industries.com

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Kelso does business.