Plumbing Estimator

We are seeking an analytical, highly detailed Plumbing & Sprinkler Systems Estimator to join our pre-construction team. In this role, you will be the key technical specialist responsible for the precise interpretation and comprehensive quantity takeoff of hydro-sanitary and fire protection systems. The ideal candidate combines strong engineering judgment with practical experience reading complex blueprints and utilizing cutting-edge digital takeoff software.

Requirements

• Technical Knowledge & Skills Required:

• Advanced English Knowledge: upper intermediate, advanced or proficient

• Strong and verifiable engineering/architectural background and experience

• 2+ years of construction estimating experience, with specific hands-on knowledge plumbing and sprinklers systems.

• Plumbing Systems: Domestic cold/hot water networks, recirculation loops, control valves, pressure regulators, and backflow preventers.

• Water Heating & Hydronic Equipment: Storage/tankless heaters, boilers, heat exchangers, circulating pumps, and expansion tanks.

• Drainage Systems: Sanitary waste, vent piping, storm downspouts, required slopes, cleanouts, and drainage accessories.

• Sprinkler Systems: Wet, dry, pre-action, and deluge systems, including rociadores, branch lines, mains, and valve assemblies.

• Fire Mains & Standpipes: Standpipe systems, fire department connections (FDCs), supervisory devices, and test/drain assemblies.

• Pumping Systems: Booster, sump, sewage ejector, fire, and jockey pumps, including their components and hook-ups.

• Piping Materials: Applications and joining methods for steel, copper, cast iron, PVC, CPVC, and PEX.

• Fixtures & Supports: Commercial/residential fixtures, hangers, anchors, seismic bracing, insulation, and firestop seals.

• Hydraulic Fundamentals: Core understanding of flow rate, pressure, and head loss to properly interpret specifications.

• Symbology & Scales: Mastery of blueprint legends, abbreviations, equipment schedules, and digital scale calibration (metric/imperial)

• Ability to perform drafting, layout work, and straightforward calculations, take-offs, budgets relative to all construction details

• Prepare drawings from supplied plans and sketches

• Perform component-based material take-offs from prepared shop drawings

• Soft Skills Required:

• Professionalism: Professional attitude and ethical behavior

• Estimating Software: Advanced proficiency in Bluebeam, PlanSwift, On-Screen Takeoff, or equivalent tools.

• Productivity Tools: Mastery of Excel for organizing, sorting, and consolidating large material lists.

• CAD/BIM: Ability to navigate plans in AutoCAD; familiarity with Revit/BIM workflows is a plus.

• Competencies: Sharp attention to detail, strong technical criteria, and high organization in managing design revisions.

• Communication: Solid written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to communicate and convey information between expert teams

• Organization skills and attention to detail

• Prioritization skills: Ability to identify, establish, and assign prioritie

• Ability to comply when necessary; following orders or specific instructions if needed

• Desirable Knowledge & Skills:

• PlanSwift knowledge or similar softwares.

• Manage the day-to-day workflow and output of the department, prioritizing and assigning projects

• Calculate project time & budget estimates based on materials and resources required; maintain a system for recurring or standard projects

• Ensure finished projects align with customer and project requirements

• Perform any other job-related duties as required

• Main Tools to Manage:

• Google Suite: Google Drive, Corporate Gmail, Docs, Sheets

• Microsoft Office: Word, Excel

• Hubstaff: Web App, Desktop App and Hubstaff Tasks

• Whatsapp: Whatsapp Groups

• Zoom: Meetings and Breakout rooms

• Design tools: AutoCAD, PDF Editor

• Benefits:

• Competitive pay in US Dollars

• Paid extra hours

• Time-off flexibility

• 100% remote work

• Opportunity to grow

• International experience