Piping Estimator

AMS Industries, Inc.; Woodridge (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance and ESOP package

401K Matching

Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave

Generous PTO roll-over policy

Job summary

A leading mechanical contracting firm is seeking a Piping Estimator in Woodridge, IL. This role requires analyzing project drawings, performing detailed quantity take-offs, and assembling accurate estimates for mechanical projects. The ideal candidate should have experience with computer estimating software and excellent communication skills. Offered benefits include health insurance, a 401K match, and generous PTO. Join us to be part of a committed and experienced team dedicated to exceptional service.

Qualifications

• Experience with plumbing and HVAC is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications.
• Mix of field and office experience is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Analyze drawings and specifications.
• Perform quantity take-offs for piping and mechanical systems.
• Organize sub-contractor and vendor quotations.

Skills

Computer estimating software experience

Analytical skills

Exceptional communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

College Graduate or equivalent experience

Tools

QuickPen AutoBid

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

Job description

AMS Industries, Inc. is a leading mechanical contracting firm serving the commercial, industrial, refrigeration, and nuclear industries (PMT). With over 60 years of experience, AMS has grown from a small refrigeration contractor into a multi-discipline, multi-market MEP contractor with more than 1,000 employees. We are committed to delivering exceptional service to our clients, investing in the development of our people, and strengthening the communities we serve.

Located in our beautiful Woodridge, IL facility and reporting to the Chief Estimator. The Piping Estimator will assist in creating plan and spec estimates, design build estimates, high level budgeting and general budgeting for our commercial and industrial mechanical projects.

Responsibilities

• Analyze drawings and specifications.
• High attention to detail.
• Understand contractual terms and conditions.
• Issue intelligent and perceptive RFIs.
• Performs quantity take-offs for piping systems and mechanical equipment for industrial piping and mechanical systems.
• Assemble accurate and well-organized estimates in a timely manner.
• Organize sub‑contractor and vendor quotations, and ensure quotes meet contract documents.
• Maintain relationships with sub‑contractors and clients.
• Prepares, coordinates, and evaluates subcontractor bid packages.
• Assemble material and labor costing information for the company historical database.
• Formulate cost breakdown from estimates for project managers pre-construction budgeting.
• Attend pre-bid walk‑thru periodically.
• Work with other company estimators assembling multi trade proposals.

Qualifications

• Computer estimating software experience. QuickPen AutoBid experience preferred.
• Experience with plumbing and HVAC take off a plus.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Software (i.e. Word, Excel, Project).
• Exceptional communication skills.
• Strong math and analytical skills.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications.Knowledge of Piping Plan, Isometric and detail drawings.
• College Graduate or equivalent experience.
• Mix of field and office experience will be helpful.

What we offer

• Health Insurance and ESOP (Employee owned) package.
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) with Medical PPO
• FSA and Dependent Care
• 401K Matching
• Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave
• Generous PTO roll‑over policy
• Social events and outings throughout the year