Commercial Plumbing Estimator
Location: Western Chicago Suburbs, IL (On-site)
Compensation: Competitive Base Salary + Performance Bonus
About the Opportunity:
Forge Strategies is partnered with a well-established contractor in the western Chicago suburbs that is seeking an experienced Commercial Plumbing Estimator to join its growing team.
This opportunity is ideal for someone with a strong background in commercial plumbing construction who enjoys estimating complex projects, developing competitive bids, and collaborating with project management and operations teams.
The company offers a strong backlog of work, long-term stability, excellent benefits, and opportunities for career advancement.
Responsibilities
- Prepare detailed estimates for commercial plumbing construction projects.
- Review blueprints, specifications, drawings, and project documents to determine scope.
- Perform material takeoffs, labor calculations, and equipment pricing.
- Develop competitive bids, budgets, and proposals.
- Solicit and evaluate vendor and subcontractor quotes.
- Identify potential scope gaps, cost-saving opportunities, and project risks.
- Collaborate with project managers, engineers, vendors, and internal teams.
- Participate in bid reviews and project turnover meetings.
- Maintain accurate estimating documentation and pricing.
Qualifications
- Experience estimating commercial plumbing construction projects.
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical/plumbing drawings and specifications.
- Experience with estimating software such as Trimble AutoBid, QuickPen, or similar programs.
- Strong knowledge of plumbing materials, labor costs, and installation methods.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and analytical skills.
- Experience with large commercial, industrial, healthcare, or mission-critical projects is a plus.
- Mechanical piping estimating experience is a plus.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive base salary, based on experience
- Performance-based bonus
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid time off and holidays
- Life insurance and additional company benefits
- Strong project pipeline and opportunities for advancement
If you're an experienced Plumbing Estimator looking for a stable company with challenging projects and long-term career growth, we'd love to connect.
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