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.
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