Mid-Level Plumbing Estimator – CAD & BIM Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Mexico.

📋 Description

• Create precise plumbing estimates and quantity takeoffs for commercial construction projects.

• Analyze architectural, plumbing, mechanical, structural, and civil drawings, specifications, and bid documents.

• Conduct takeoffs for plumbing fixtures, piping, equipment, fittings, valves, and various plumbing materials.

• Generate material and labor estimates based on project scope, drawings, specifications, and historical pricing.

• Identify gaps in scope, discrepancies, conflicts, and missing information prior to bid submission.

• Request and coordinate pricing from vendors, suppliers, subcontractors, and manufacturers.

• Assemble comprehensive and competitive bid packages.

• Oversee multiple estimates and adhere to bid deadlines.

• Assist in developing pricing strategies and recommendations for project scope.

• Review, prepare, modify, and update AutoCAD plumbing shop drawings.

• Aid in plumbing layout, drafting, and making drawing revisions.

• Engage in BIM coordination, identifying clashes or design conflicts.

• Align plumbing layouts with architectural, mechanical, structural, and other trade drawings.

• Integrate design changes, field conditions, and revisions into drawings and documentation.

• Keep accurate drawing files, revisions, and technical documentation.

• Prepare and respond to RFIs related to plumbing scope, drawings, specifications, and coordination issues.

• Evaluate revised drawings and addenda, assessing their impact on scope and pricing.

• Create estimate revisions and change-order pricing.

• Provide support with submittals and product documentation.

• Communicate effectively with project managers, engineers, vendors, and construction professionals.

• Facilitate the transition from estimating and pre-construction to project execution.

⛳️ Requirements

• At least 3–5 years of experience in commercial plumbing estimating.

• Significant experience with commercial, industrial, multifamily, hospitality, retail, or mixed-use construction projects.

• Capability to independently perform plumbing takeoffs and create complete estimates.

• Strong knowledge of commercial plumbing systems, materials, installation methods, and construction practices.

• Proficient in reading and interpreting architectural, plumbing, mechanical, and construction drawings.

• Practical experience with AutoCAD; proficiency required.

• Familiarity with BIM coordination and construction models.

• Experience in preparing, reviewing, or responding to RFIs.

• Competence in managing drawing revisions, addenda, and scope changes.

• Preference for familiarity with plumbing codes in New York, New Jersey, or the Northeast U.S.

• A degree in Civil Engineering, construction-related field, or equivalent plumbing trade qualification is preferred.

• Strong understanding of project specifications, plumbing codes, and ADA requirements.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Excellent organizational abilities and keen attention to detail.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

• Comfortable working full-time during U.S. Eastern Time business hours.

• Experience with Procore, Microsoft Excel, PDF markup and construction drawing review tools, digital takeoff and estimating software, and BIM software and coordination platforms.

• Familiarity with PlanSwift is preferred.

• Experience with Revit MEP, Navisworks, or similar BIM coordination software, plumbing shop drawings, large-scale multifamily or mixed-use developments, RFIs, plumbing submittals, and trade coordination is a plus.

🏝️ Benefits

• Remote work opportunity.

• Full-time employment.

• Monday to Friday working hours.

• Schedule aligned with U.S. Eastern Time.

• Flexibility as an independent contractor, allowing for self-managed work.

• No employer-provided equipment, taxes, or benefits for independent contractors.