Plumbing Estimator

Skilled Trades Partners; Berlin (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan options

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Skilled Trades Partners is seeking an experienced Plumbing Estimator to join our commercial construction team in Connecticut. In this role, you will prepare accurate estimates for large-scale plumbing projects, collaborating with vendors and project managers to ensure compliance with specifications and standards.

The ideal candidate will possess over 3 years of plumbing estimating experience and proficiency with industry software. Benefits include competitive salary, health insurance, paid time off, and career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of commercial plumbing estimating experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of commercial plumbing systems, codes, and construction practices.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications.
• Proficiency with estimating and construction software is required.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Review project drawings, specifications, and bid documents.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for materials and labor.
• Prepare complete and competitive cost estimates.
• Solicit and evaluate pricing from vendors.
• Analyze labor productivity and project schedules.

Skills

Commercial plumbing estimating

Blueprint reading

Communication

Analytical skills

Multitasking

Tools

Trimble

FastPIPE

QuoteSoft

Bluebeam

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Plumbing Estimator to join our growing commercial construction team. This role is responsible for preparing accurate and competitive estimates for large-scale commercial plumbing projects. The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of plumbing systems, construction documents, labor analysis, and estimating software, along with the ability to work collaboratively with vendors, subcontractors, project managers, and field personnel.

Key Responsibilities

• Review project drawings, specifications, and bid documents for commercial plumbing projects
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for piping, fixtures, equipment, materials, and labor
• Prepare complete and competitive cost estimates and bid proposals
• Solicit, review, and evaluate pricing from vendors and subcontractors
• Analyze labor productivity, equipment needs, and project schedules
• Identify value engineering opportunities and cost-saving solutions
• Maintain and update pricing databases for labor, materials, and equipment
• Attend pre-bid meetings, site visits, and project walkthroughs as needed
• Coordinate project turnover with project management and field teams
• Track bid outcomes and maintain estimating documentation and records
• Ensure all estimates comply with project specifications, local codes, and company standards
• Support contract negotiations, change orders, and project revisions when required

Qualifications

• 3+ years of commercial plumbing estimating experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of commercial plumbing systems, codes, and construction practices
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and construction documents
• Proficiency with estimating and construction software, including:
  • Trimble
  • FastPIPE
  • QuoteSoft
  • Bluebeam
  • Microsoft Excel
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and organizational skills
• Excellent communication, multitasking, and time-management abilities
• Knowledge of labor units, material pricing, and bid strategies
• Experience working with general contractors and subcontractors preferred

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement plan options
• Career growth opportunities within a growing commercial construction company