Estimator

Plumbing Estimator – Houston, TX (Onsite)Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Plumbing Estimator to join our commercial plumbing estimating team. This is an onsite role in Houston. The right candidate will either lead full-cycle plumbing estimating or focus primarily on takeoffs — based on experience.

What You’ll Do

• Review drawings, specifications, and project plans to understand requirements for plumbing systems.

• Perform detailed plumbing takeoffs using on-screen takeoff (OST) software (e.g., Trimble Autobid, FastEST/FastPIPE, EstMEP, or similar).

• Prepare accurate estimates for commercial plumbing scopes including materials, labor, and compliance with plumbing codes and standards.

• Develop competitive proposals and cost models for bid submissions.

• Work across a variety of commercial project types — including ground-up construction, education facilities, mixed-use developments, and occasionally healthcare, industrial, or renovation projects.

• Depending on background and capabilities:

  • Either own the full estimating process — from takeoff through bid submission — with minimal oversight; or

  • Focus on takeoffs and support senior estimators, with potential to grow into a full-cycle estimator role.

• Collaborate with project and leadership teams to ensure bids are accurate, comprehensive, and delivered on time.

Ideal Project Types

• Ground-up commercial construction

• Educational facilities

• Mixed-use developments

• Occasional: healthcare, industrial, and tenant-improvement / renovation work

What You Need to Bring

• Commercial plumbing estimating experience, or demonstrated proficiency in plumbing takeoffs

• Solid knowledge of plumbing systems, materials, and relevant building/plumbing codes

• Proficiency with OST-style estimating software (Trimble Autobid, FastEST/FastPIPE, EstMEP or comparable platforms) is required — must be ready to start producing takeoffs independently

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail; ability to interpret drawings and specifications accurately AvaHR+1

• Independent mindset with the ability to manage proposing tasks start to finish (for senior-level), or eagerness to learn and grow (for entry/takeoff level)

• Onsite availability in Houston

Compensation

• Salary target: $80,000–$125,000, depending on experience and role scope

Interview Process

• Phone interview → In-person interview → Offer

Why This Role Matters

This role plays a critical part in ensuring that commercial plumbing bids are accurate, competitive, and reflective of real material and labor costs — helping to secure work and deliver profitable projects. Estimators who succeed here contribute directly to project planning and long-term company success.