PLUMBING ESTIMATOR

TP Mechanical; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

TP Mechanical in Columbus, OH is seeking an Estimator to lead the estimation and takeoff of plumbing projects. The role requires strong understanding of mechanical contracting and effective communication with designers, owners, and field staff.

The candidate will manage the estimating team for the region and assist additional regions as needed. Key duties include reading specifications, producing material takeoffs and pricing, conducting site walks, and coordinating quotes from subs and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Journeyman plumber license or equivalent experience.
• Journeyman HVAC license or equivalent experience.
• 5 years in commercial plumbing/estimating preferred.

Responsibilities

• Read project specifications and drawings.
• Provide project material takeoffs and pricing.
• Attends project site surveys and walks.
• Ability to obtain quotes from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Must stay current with all estimating software and attend training as needed and/or required.
• Provides the VP of Estimating quantitative material take-offs and inputs information into spreadsheets.
• Ensures smooth and timely estimates.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Estimating

Excel

Communication

Project coordination

Subcontractor quotes

Mathematical accuracy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Journeyman Plumber license

Journeyman HVAC license

Tools

Trimble Viewpoint

Quick Pen

Autodesk Est-MEP

QuoteSoft

Job description

Description

Position Summary: Responsible for estimation and takeoffs of plumbing jobs. The individual should have a good understanding of all aspects of mechanical contracting and be able to communicate effectively with contractors, designers, owners and job-site personnel, representing TP Mechanical Contractors in a professional manner. Overall responsibility will be to manage the estimating team for the region and to assist in other regions when requested.

Job Details

Position Summary: Responsible for estimation and takeoffs of plumbing jobs. The individual should have a good understanding of all aspects of mechanical contracting and be able to communicate effectively with contractors, designers, owners and job-site personnel, representing TP Mechanical Contractors in a professional manner. Overall responsibility will be to manage the estimating team for the region and to assist in other regions when requested.

Responsibilities And Duties

• Reading and understanding project specifications and drawings.
• Provide project material takeoffs and pricing.
• Attends project site surveys and walks.
• Ability to obtain quotes from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Must stay current with all estimating software and attend training as needed and/or required.
• Provides the VP of Estimating quantitative material take-offs and inputs information into spreadsheets.
• Ensures smooth and timely estimates.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications And Experience Required

• 5 years experience in commercial plumbing, heating, and/or fire protection estimating, or completion of approved apprenticeship program and 3 years experience as a Journeyman.
• 3-5 years prior estimating experience.
• Trimble Viewpoint and/or Quick Pen, Autodesk Est-MEP, and QuoteSoft experience

Job Skills

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Knowledge of general plumbing and piping installation.
• Good math ability.
• Good computer skills (knowledgeable with Microsoft Excel).
• Detail oriented.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Estimation and/or Quicken experience preferred.
• Ability to communicate on a professional level in front of peers, co-workers and customers.
• Ability to conduct scope reviews with clients/customers.

Education

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• Journeyman Plumber license or equivalent experience
• Journeyman HVAC license or equivalent experience

Physical Requirements

• Eyesight correctable to 20/50
• Capable of job site tours, climbing ladders and on/off equipment, etc.

Special Requirements

• Valid Drivers License