Plumbing Estimator

Job Description

The Plumbing Service Estimator plays a critical role in our service operations by turning field-identified opportunities into accurate, timely, and profitable proposals. This position works closely with technicians, dispatch, and leadership to ensure customers receive clear solutions, realistic timelines, and a high level of communication throughout the process.

If you understand plumbing systems, think ahead, and take ownership of your work—this is a strong opportunity to grow within a high-performing team.

Key Responsibilities

• Build, price, and deliver small to mid-sized plumbing service estimates based on technician findings
• Review technician-provided scope, labor, and materials to ensure accuracy and completeness before sending proposals
• Provide accurate lead times and proactively communicate any delays or changes to customers
• Coordinate with purchasing and dispatch to confirm material availability and job readiness
• Identify required equipment (lifts, safety gear, tools, manpower) and ensure all are accounted for in proposals
• Communicate clearly with technicians to resolve discrepancies or missing information
• Visit job sites as needed to assess complex repairs or replacements and ensure accurate quoting
• Prioritize estimates based on urgency and customer needs to support fast turnaround on critical service work
• Follow up on open proposals to drive closure, support customers, and meet sales targets
• Collaborate with other estimators and department leaders to ensure consistency, accuracy, and timely delivery of all quotes

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of plumbing experience in the field or estimating role
• Strong understanding of commercial/service plumbing systems and repair scopes
• Ability to read situations, anticipate needs, and build complete, accurate estimates
• Strong communication skills with both field teams and customers
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple estimates and priorities at once

Preferred Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Comfortable with Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Gmail, etc.)
• General computer competency and ability to learn internal systems quickly

Schedule & Work Environment

• Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (30-minute lunch)
• Primarily office-based role
• Company vehicle provided when job site visits are required

What We’re Looking For

We’re not just looking for someone to push quotes out—we’re looking for someone who takes ownership. Someone who thinks ahead, communicates well, and understands that speed and accuracy both matter. If you take pride in your work and want to be part of a team that’s building something real, you’ll fit in well here.