Commercial Plumbing Estimator (Remote)

Plimpton & Hills Corp Inc•Meriden, CT

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About The Position

We are seeking a Remote Commercial Plumbing Estimator to prepare material takeoffs, estimates, bids, quotations, and submittals for commercial construction projects throughout the Northeast and beyond. Successful candidates will have experience interpreting plumbing drawings, specifications, and construction documents while supporting contractors, engineers, architects, and project teams. This role offers the opportunity to work remotely while contributing to complex commercial plumbing projects with a well-established industry leader. This is an excellent opportunity for a Plumbing Estimator, Construction Estimator, Mechanical Estimator, Project Coordinator, Inside Sales Representative, or commercial plumbing professional looking to grow their career with a leading plumbing and HVAC distributor.

Requirements

Plumbing industry experience, technical education, and/or equivalent construction industry experience.
Two (2) or more years of experience in commercial plumbing estimating, inside sales, purchasing, project coordination, construction, or a related field preferred.
Experience working with commercial contractors, engineers, architects, and construction documents strongly preferred.
Experience with commercial construction projects, bid processes, and plan-and-spec work is highly desirable.
Ability to read and interpret plumbing blueprints, plans, specifications, schedules, and construction documents.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
Knowledge of commercial plumbing products, systems, codes, and specifications.
Ability to analyze specifications, product requirements, and technical submittal documentation

Nice To Haves

Commercial Plumbing Estimator experience
Plumbing takeoff experience
Material takeoffs and quantity surveys
Construction estimating software experience
Mechanical contracting industry experience
Plan-and-spec estimating
Design-build construction projects
Commercial construction bidding
MEP estimating experience preferred
Distribution, wholesale plumbing supply, or contractor experience preferred
Experience with estimating software, construction bidding platforms, ERP systems, order-entry systems, and CRM platforms preferred.
Familiarity with commercial plumbing systems including domestic water, sanitary waste and vent, storm drainage, natural gas piping, specialty piping systems, water heaters, fixtures, valves, hangers, and related products preferred.
Experience using Customer Relationship Management (CRM) platforms such as Salesforce, HubSpot, Microsoft Dynamics, NetSuite CRM, or similar systems preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform commercial plumbing take-offs from blueprints, specifications, schedules, and construction drawings.
Prepare accurate estimates for plumbing materials, fixtures, valves, pipe, drainage systems, water distribution systems, and related products.
Estimate and price commercial new construction, renovation, replacement, retrofit, and design-build projects.
Develop quotations, bids, proposals, and project submittals.
Review plans and specifications to identify project requirements, material needs, and project scope.
Coordinate with manufacturers and suppliers for pricing, product selection, technical information, and lead times.
Support inside and outside commercial sales representatives throughout the bidding and quotation process.
Work directly with contractors, engineers, architects, and project managers to answer product and application questions.
Maintain project information, customer activity, bid opportunities, and sales pipeline activity within CRM systems.
Monitor project status and provide follow-up support as needed.
Manage multiple estimates and projects simultaneously while meeting bid deadlines.
Provide responsive support to contractors, engineers, project managers, and customers.
Ensure all estimates, quotations, and submittals are accurate, complete, and aligned with company objectives.
Work effectively in a fully remote environment while collaborating with sales teams, contractors, and suppliers.
Participate in virtual meetings with customers, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
Manage project documentation electronically using estimating software, CRM systems, and Microsoft Office applications.
Maintain consistent communication and responsiveness while working remotely.
Ensure all work meets company standards for accuracy, quality, customer service, and profitability.