Preconstruction Plumbing Estimator

IT Landes•Harleysville, PA

About The Position

IT Landes is seeking a Preconstruction Plumbing Estimator to 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. The company emphasizes being a friendly, stable, and growing organization that empowers its employees and values TEAM, TRUST, GRIT, and GROWTH.

Requirements

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
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

Nice To Haves

Mechanical/plumbing estimating experience is a plus

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 timeframes 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
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