Plumbing Restoration Project Lead

American Restoration; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle allowance

Company phone/phone allowance

401(k) with matching

Health, dental, vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Cavalry Construction & Restoration, a brand of American Restoration, is seeking a Program Restoration Estimator in Houston to lead plumbing restoration projects from start to finish. In-person role driving assessments, scopes, schedules, and cost estimates for residential and commercial properties.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in plumbing/restoration project management, strong blueprints and OSHA knowledge, and PMP/Xactimate familiarity.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in plumbing, restoration, or construction project management.
• Strong knowledge of plumbing systems and water mitigation.
• Familiarity with insurance claims documentation and Xactimate.
• Excellent communication and client management skills.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical diagrams.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage plumbing restoration projects from assessment to completion.
• Conduct site inspections to evaluate damage and system failures.
• Develop project scopes, timelines, and cost estimates.
• Coordinate with plumbers, technicians, subcontractors, and other trades.
• Ensure compliance with building codes, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Monitor progress, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Communicate with clients, insurance adjusters, and stakeholders.
• Prepare reports, change orders, and permits.

Skills

Project management

Plumbing knowledge

Water mitigation

Restoration processes

Reading blueprints

OSHA safety

Education

PMP certification (or project management certification)

Tools

Xactimate

Job description

Cavalry Construction & Restoration, a brand of American Restoration, is seeking a Program Restoration Estimator in Houston to lead plumbing restoration projects from start to finish. In-person role driving assessments, scopes, schedules, and cost estimates for residential and commercial properties.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in plumbing/restoration project management, strong blueprints and OSHA knowledge, and PMP/Xactimate familiarity.