Commercial Plumbing Estimator – O'Fallon, MO
Join an established commercial contractor with a decades-long track record of quality and integrity across the St. Louis region. This is an opportunity to step into a vital estimating role where your expertise will directly shape the company's continued growth and success. If you're looking for a supportive team with a reputation for excellence and the chance to impact high-profile projects, this could be your next career move.
Commercial Plumbing Estimator Benefits & Compensation
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO)
- No evenings or weekends required
- Chance to impact project selection and company performance
- Growth opportunities within a stable, established organization
Commercial Plumbing Estimator Requirements & Qualifications
- 3-10+ years of commercial plumbing estimating experience or strong field-to-estimating progression
- Ability to read and interpret commercial construction plans and specifications
- Working knowledge of plumbing systems, materials, code requirements, and installation methods
- Proficiency with estimating and takeoff software
- Comfortable using Excel for estimate workflows
- Strong attention to detail and organization skills
- Excellent communication, able to collaborate with both field and project management teams
Commercial Plumbing Estimator Preferred Background & Skills
- Experience with Trimble AutoBid and Bluebeam Revu
- Prior background in both field and office roles within commercial plumbing
Commercial Plumbing Estimator Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive takeoffs from plans and specifications for plumbing scopes, including sanitary, storm, domestic water, gas, medical gas, and fixtures
- Develop accurate, detailed cost estimates covering material, labor, equipment, and subcontractor pricing
- Review bid documents to identify scope, exclusions, addenda, and risks prior to submission
- Solicit pricing from suppliers and specialty subcontractors, evaluating for best value
- Build realistic labor budgets by applying appropriate crew blends and productivity factors
- Prepare and submit clear, competitive proposals and bid packages within deadlines
- Coordinate handoff of awarded projects to operations with thorough breakdowns and scope summaries
- Track bid results and refine estimating practices based on project outcomes
Take the next step in your career with a respected company where your attention to detail and estimating acumen have a direct impact. Apply today!