Plumbing Estimator – MEP Construction, $125k-$160k

Therma; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Health & Welfare Benefits

Life and Disability Insurance

Flexible non-accrual vacation

Job summary

Therma, a Legence Company, is seeking a Plumbing Estimator to join our in‑office team in San Jose, CA. The role supports Therma’s project management teams within the estimating department, focusing on timely, accurate cost estimation for plumbing projects.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of field experience in MEP construction or plumbing, advanced knowledge of CA plumbing codes, and proficiency with AutoCAD/Revit, Excel, and estimating software such as Trimble AutoBid or Quote Soft.

Qualifications

• 5+ years field experience in MEP construction or plumbing/process piping industry.
• Knowledge of plumbing codes in CA.
• Experience using estimating software such as Trimble AutoBid, Highlands Construction Software, Quote Soft, or equal.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely and accurate plumbing cost estimates of labor and materials for new construction, tenant improvement, or maintenance projects.
• Analyze drawings, specifications, and project documents to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates.
• Collaborate with peer estimators, project managers, engineers, detailers, and vendors.
• Manage expectations through clear written and verbal communications.
• Use estimating software tools to perform project takeoffs and maintain estimating workbook accuracy.

Skills

Estimating experience

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

College degree in Construction Management / Engineering or related field

Tools

Trimble AutoBid

Highlands Construction Software

Quote Soft

Autodesk AutoCAD & Revit

Job description

Therma, a Legence Company, is seeking a Plumbing Estimator to join our in‑office team in San Jose, CA. The role supports Therma’s project management teams within the estimating department, focusing on timely, accurate cost estimation for plumbing projects.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of field experience in MEP construction or plumbing, advanced knowledge of CA plumbing codes, and proficiency with AutoCAD/Revit, Excel, and estimating software such as Trimble AutoBid or Quote Soft.