Plumbing Estimator Intern – Preconstruction & Bids

Kelso Industries; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation, holidays, and sickLeave

401(k) retirement plan with match

Competitive salary with performanceBon

Job summary

Kelso Industries is seeking an Estimator for Markade Plumbing to support preconstruction by creating precise estimates for plumbing systems on commercial and industrial projects. You’ll perform detailed take-offs, gather quantities, and coordinate with subs and vendors to ensure accurate pricing and scope.

The role emphasizes learning the construction process related to the plumbing trade, utilizing estimation software, and collaborating with project teams to deliver quality bids and successful

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.

Skills

Takeoff software

Bluebeam

PlanGrid

Communication skills

BuilderTrend

Plan reading

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction/business management

Tools

BlueBeam

BuilderTrend

BuildOps

Procore

Job description

Kelso Industries is seeking an Estimator for Markade Plumbing to support preconstruction by creating precise estimates for plumbing systems on commercial and industrial projects. You’ll perform detailed take-offs, gather quantities, and coordinate with subs and vendors to ensure accurate pricing and scope.

The role emphasizes learning the construction process related to the plumbing trade, utilizing estimation software, and collaborating with project teams to deliver quality bids and successful