Project Estimator

Benjamin Franklin Plumbing Ocean City•Cabot, AR

43d

About The Position

The Westlake Group is one of the premier plumbing groups in central Arkansas. We are looking to expand our business to include a project estimator for residential and commercial plumbing projects. Our ideal estimator will specialize in pricing projects based on builder standards, homeowner preferences, and interior designer specification, and ensure proper margins on material and labor costs. They evaluate the plans for raw materials need to install all water, gas and sewer supplies. They ensure that equipment and fixture selections are accurate, available, code-compliant, and aligned with the style and budget of each residential and commercial project.

Requirements

3+ years' experience in commercial and residential project estimating
Strong working knowledge of plumbing, equipment, fixture types, brands, and installation requirements for residential and commercial projects
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to interpret plans, specs, and builder design guides
Clear and professional communicator with builders, designers, and homeowners
Familiarity with plumbing codes and residential construction timelines
Experience using estimating tools, spreadsheets, and fixture catalogs
Vendor and supplier negotiation skills
Customer service mindset and professional presentation
Ability to balance aesthetics, functionality, and cost in recommendations

Responsibilities

Review home plans, equipment needs, piping requirement, fixture schedules, and design specs to create project estimates
Build plumbing fixture packages tailored to each project's scope, budget, and aesthetic
Collaborate with builders, interior designers, and clients to confirm selections
Ensure all selected fixtures are code-compliant, compatible, and lead-time appropriate
Coordinate with vendors and suppliers for pricing, availability, and substitutions
Prepare and present selection sheets and estimate documents for builder/client approval
Track allowances and upgrades for plumbing fixtures across multiple homes
Communicate with purchasing to ensure selections are ordered and staged correctly
Maintain organized product catalogs, pricing sheets, and cut sheet libraries
Support project managers and field teams with fixture clarification or troubleshooting