Preconstruction Plumbing Estimator

Location: Harleysville

This position will report to IT Landes Company, LLC, a subsidiary of HB Global.

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IT Landes is seeking a Preconstruction Plumbing Estimator who will work with and support the Senior Plumbing & HVAC estimators within the Preconstruction team. This person will assist lead estimators in obtaining the necessary information in order to provide detailed and accurate takeoffs and pricing.

Key Responsibilities:

Coordination of quotes, take offs, and other information required to determine final bid pricing

Identify & distribute bid RFI’s when required

Prepare and set up drawing folders for estimations

Distribute bid requests to all applicable vendors and subcontractors

Participating in project walk throughs and preconstruction meetings

Perform detailed take offs for department needs and material purchasing

Execute takeoffs from estimating software (Quotesoft)
Create project proposal details for estimates

Must complete tasks within time frames and deadlines

Assist lead estimators with pricing and quotes

Perform manual takeoffs and labor estimates

Perform takeoffs from plan-spec and design/build drawings

Prepare bid summaries and scopes of work for review

Review value engineering opportunities on projects

Participate in project turnover meetings

Communicate with vendors, subcontractors, and suppliers regularly

Communicate with General contractors in bidding process

Facilitate communication between fields, office and warehouse

Review of project specifications

Responsive to both internal and external client needs

Updating and entry of pricing multipliers in estimating software from venders

Support engineering teams in developing drawings according to budget

Assist in review of contracts and scopes of work Assist in project handoff with Senior Estimator & Operations Dept.

Speaking with Vendors on upcoming increases & communicating with the team Communicate with any subcontractors needed for plumbing/mechanical portion of project

Assist to develop project expectations for turnovers and buyouts

Track all estimates and perform follow-ups to determine outcomes

Qualifications:

Organized with a strong attention to detail

Ability to read and understand blueprints

Ability to move efficiently between projects when bidding multiple jobs Familiar with construction and trade specific installs

Computer skills:
Microsoft Office, Word, Quotesoft, web navigation…etc.

Strong communication, problem-solving, and analytical abilities

Mechanical/plumbing estimating experience is a plus

Must perform work in a safe manner

Demonstrate core values (Trust, Team, Grit, Growth)
Excellent customer service

Must be respectful, coachable, and possess a positive attitude

Additional

Skills Required:

Demonstrated ability to conduct detailed plumbing system takeoffs with precision and efficiency from a variety of construction documents

Proficient in reviewing and interpreting plumbing specifications, fixture schedules, and piping diagrams to ensure accurate bids Clear and professional communication skills to collaborate with internal teams and external contacts

Critical thinking skills to analyze project documentation

Well-developed organizational habits to maintain accurate records

Compensation & Benefits:

Company-wide bonus program

Affordable Medical, Dental, Vision
401K program

Company Paid Life, Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance Company-paid training programs and apprenticeships

Vacation paid time off and holidays

Annual allowance for tool replacement

Apparel credit

Work/life balance

Referral bonuses

Employee ownership since 2014 as an ESOP
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