Plumbing Estimator
Listed on 2026-11-05
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Engineering
We are seeking an analytical, highly detailed Plumbing & Sprinkler Systems Estimator to join our pre-construction team. In this role, you will be the key technical specialist responsible for the precise interpretation and comprehensive quantity takeoff of hydro-sanitary and fire protection systems. The ideal candidate combines strong engineering judgment with practical experience reading complex blueprints and utilizing cutting-edge digital takeoff software.
RequirementsTechnical Knowledge &
Skills Required:
- Advanced English Knowledge: upper intermediate, advanced or proficient
- Strong and verifiable engineering/architectural background and experience
- 2+ years of construction estimating experience, with specific hands-on knowledge plumbing and sprinklers systems.
- Plumbing Systems: Domestic cold/hot water networks, recirculation loops, control valves, pressure regulators, and backflow prev enters.
- Water Heating & Hydronic Equipment: Storage/tankless heaters, boilers, heat exchangers, circulating pumps, and expansion tanks.
- Drainage Systems: Sanitary waste, vent piping, storm downspouts, required slopes, cleanouts, and drainage accessories.
- Sprinkler Systems: Wet, dry, pre-action, and deluge systems, including rociadores, branch lines, mains, and valve assemblies.
- Fire Mains & Standpipes: Standpipe systems, fire department connections (FDCs), supervisory devices, and test/drain assemblies.
- Pumping Systems: Booster, sump, sewage ejector, fire, and jockey pumps, including their components and hook-ups.
- Piping Materials: Applications and joining methods for steel, copper, cast iron, PVC, CPVC, and PEX.
- Fixtures & Supports: Commercial/residential fixtures, hangers, anchors, seismic bracing, insulation, and firestop seals.
- Hydraulic Fundamentals: Core understanding of flow rate, pressure, and head loss to properly interpret specifications.
- Symbology & Scales: Mastery of blueprint legends, abbreviations, equipment schedules, and digital scale calibration (metric/imperial)
- Ability to perform drafting, layout work, and straightforward calculations, take-offs, budgets relative to all construction details
- Prepare drawings from supplied plans and sketches
- Perform component-based material take-offs from prepared shop drawings
Skills Required:
- Professionalism:
Professional attitude and ethical behavior - Estimating Software: Advanced proficiency in Bluebeam, Plan Swift, On-Screen Takeoff
, or equivalent tools. - Productivity Tools: Mastery of Excel for organizing, sorting, and consolidating large material lists.
- CAD/BIM: Ability to navigate plans in AutoCAD; familiarity with Revit/BIM workflows is a plus.
- Competencies: Sharp attention to detail, strong technical criteria, and high organization in managing design revisions.
- Communication:
Solid written and verbal communication skills - Ability to communicate and convey information between expert teams
- Organization skills and attention to detail
- Prioritization skills:
Ability to identify, establish, and assign prioritie - Ability to comply when necessary; following orders or specific instructions if needed
Skills:
Plan Swift knowledge or similar softwares.
Manage the day-to-day workflow and output of the department, prioritizing and assigning projects
Calculate project time & budget estimates based on materials and resources required; maintain a system for recurring or standard projects
Ensure finished projects align with customer and project requirements
Perform any other job-related duties as required
Main Tools to Manage:Google Suite:
Google Drive, Corporate Gmail, Docs, Sheets
Microsoft Office:
Word, Excel
Hubstaff:
Web App, Desktop App and Hubstaff Tasks
Whatsapp:
Whatsapp Groups
Zoom:
Meetings and Breakout rooms
Design tools:
AutoCAD, PDF Editor
Competitive pay in US Dollars
Paid extra hours
Time-off flexibility
100% remote work
Opportunity to grow
International experience
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