EMC - ADMIN - PLUMBING ESTIMATOR

EMC Mechanical Services•Richmond, VA

24d•$60,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

EMC Mechanical Services is hiring a Plumbing Estimator to perform take-offs and develop estimates with clear scopes. The role assesses and quotes plumbing work and answers questions within the estimator’s field of expertise for each project, from before the bid date through completion of awarded jobs. The position is based at EMC’s main office in Richmond, Virginia, with a stated salary range of $60,000 to $85,000. The estimator reviews drawings and specifications to assess bidding opportunities, completes plumbing take-offs, gathers vendor and subcontractor quotes, and prepares estimates for review and bid submission. After jobs are awarded, the estimator also assists project managers with questions and pricing change orders. EMC describes its workplace as welcoming and family-oriented, with a focus on work-life balance, training, apprenticeships, wellness, and career development. The company states that it is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

2–4 years of experience in the mechanical contracting industry.
Thorough knowledge of plumbing and the estimating process.
Understanding of building, mechanical, and plumbing codes.
Fluency with Microsoft Office and estimating software.
Ability to learn new software quickly.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Fluent English verbal and writing skills.

Responsibilities

Download drawings and specifications for ODC review to determine whether EMC is interested in bidding.
Print drawings as required.
Set up and maintain records of vendor and subcontractor quotes for each project.
Review project drawings and specifications, processing revisions and updates as they are confirmed.
Complete take-offs for the assigned discipline or trade.
Combine project information and quotes and submit them for review before combining with other trades, with the work complete 24 hours before the bid.
Answer questions and assist project managers with pricing change orders after a job has been awarded.

Benefits

401(k) plan with Roth and Traditional options and a 25% company match on up to 6% of income.
Medical insurance with three plan choices, including Health Savings Account options.
Dental insurance with two plan choices.
Vision insurance coverage.
Flexible spending account.
Tuition reimbursement.
Access to apprenticeship training programs.
Scholarship opportunities for employees and their families.
Cross-training and career advancement paths.
Paid time off accruing from day one.
Employee Assistance Program.
Paid training.
Wellness programs.
Work-life balance.