Senior Commercial Plumbing Estimator

Precision Plumbing•Matthews, NC

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Precision Plumbing is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join our Preconstruction team. This role is ideal for a seasoned commercial plumbing estimator who thrives on large, complex projects and enjoys collaborating during early design and budgeting phases. The Senior Estimator will play a key role in estimating and preconstruction efforts for projects ranging from $25 million to $100 million in value for plumbing packages. Position Summary The Senior Estimator is responsible for evaluating project opportunities, preparing accurate and competitive estimates, and supporting design-assist and design-build efforts from early budgeting through construction documents. This position works closely with the Senior Director of Estimating and Client Services and collaborates with the estimating team.

Requirements

5+ years of commercial plumbing estimating experience
Proven experience preparing plumbing estimates for complex commercial projects
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and technical documents
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
High level of professionalism, integrity, and work ethic
High school diploma required

Nice To Haves

Experience estimating plumbing scopes on projects valued $25M–$100M.
Experience in the following sectors: Healthcare Industrial Data Centers High-Rise Commercial Office
Experience with both new construction and upfit projects
Design-Assist and Design-Build estimating experience, including early budgeting and iterative pricing exercises
Proficiency with Bluebeam and other estimating software
Familiarity with vendor negotiations, subcontractor pricing, and cost modeling
Four-year college degree preferred (or equivalent experience)

Responsibilities

Evaluate bid opportunities and assist leadership in determining which projects to pursue
Prepare detailed and accurate plumbing estimates for large-scale commercial projects
Develop comprehensive bid packages including labor, material, equipment, subcontractor costs, overhead, and profit
Lead pricing exercises during budgeting, design, and CD phases, particularly for design-assist and design-build projects
Interpret drawings, specifications, and project scopes to identify risks, gaps, and opportunities
Negotiate pricing with vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors
Maintain strong relationships with customers, design teams, and suppliers
Ensure bids are submitted accurately and on time, in accordance with company policies
Incorporate lead times, logistics, and site conditions into estimates
Support management with recommendations to improve estimating accuracy, sales, and profitability
Maintain historical estimating data and job cost documentation
Uphold Precision Plumbing’s standards of professionalism, integrity, and ethical conduct