Plumbing Estimator - Commercial & Industrial Plumbing

AlphaGov; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance options

Retirement plan options

Paid time off

Additional company-sponsored benefits

Job summary

AlphaGov is seeking an experienced Commercial Plumbing Estimator in San Jose, CA to develop competitive bids for commercial and industrial plumbing and process piping projects. You will review drawings, prepare takeoffs, and coordinate with contractors and suppliers to ensure accurate pricing.

The role requires at least 5 years of relevant estimating experience, with a strong ability to interpret technical drawings and pricing methods.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial/industrial plumbing estimating experience.
• Ability to price plumbing systems and/or process piping installations.
• Direct work experience with plumbing, mechanical, or MEP contracting companies.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, plumbing layouts, and construction specs.
• Strong understanding of construction labor costs, material pricing, and estimating methods.
• Proficiency with estimating software, digital takeoff tools, and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Develop project estimates, bids, and budgets based on labor, materials, equipment, and installation costs.
• Review blueprints, MEP drawings, and specifications for accurate takeoffs.
• Identify scope discrepancies, costs, and changes before bids are submitted.
• Request and evaluate vendor, supplier, and subcontractor quotes for competitive pricing.
• Collaborate with general contractors, engineers, and trade partners to confirm project requirements and resolve pricing questions.
• Revise estimates for change orders and maintain bid records and historical data.

Skills

5+ years plumbing estimating

Interpret drawings

MS Office proficiency

Estimating software & takeoff tools

Tools

Estimating software

Digital takeoff tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We're looking for an experienced Commercial Plumbing Estimator to develop competitive bids for commercial and industrial plumbing and process piping projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop project estimates, bids, and budgets based on labor, materials, equipment, and installation costs
• Review blueprints, MEP drawings, and specifications to complete accurate quantity takeoffs
• Identify scope discrepancies, cost risks, and potential project changes before bids are submitted
• Request and evaluate vendor, supplier, and subcontractor quotes to establish competitive pricing
• Work with general contractors, engineers, and trade partners to confirm project requirements and resolve pricing questions
• Revise estimates for change orders and maintain organized bid records and historical cost data

Requirements

• At least 5 years of commercial or industrial plumbing estimating experience
• Hands-on experience pricing plumbing systems and/or process piping installations
• Previous employment with a plumbing, mechanical, or MEP contracting company
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, plumbing layouts, and construction specifications
• Strong understanding 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 or general construction estimating backgrounds will not qualify.

Benefits

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