Plumbing Estimator / Project Manager – Residential & Commercial Construction

Kennco Plumbing • Full-time • Santa Clarita, CA, US • $95,000 - $120,000 / year • 3m ago

We are an established Southern California plumbing contractor with more than 85 field employees specializing in residential and commercial new construction. Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced Plumbing Estimator to support our expanding portfolio of single-family, multifamily, and commercial construction projects throughout the region.

This role is responsible for plumbing estimating, quantity takeoffs, bid preparation, budgeting, and pre-construction coordination for new construction projects. The ideal candidate has experience in residential construction, production homebuilding, commercial construction, or plumbing project management and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Why Join Our Team?

Established and growing Southern California plumbing contractor
More than 85 field employees and a strong pipeline of work
Long-term career growth opportunities
Stable year-round new construction workload
Collaborative office and field team environment
Competitive compensation and benefits package

Estimating Duties:

Prepare detailed and accurate plumbing estimates for residential developments
Perform quantity takeoffs from plans and specifications
Review drawings, specifications, and scopes of work to ensure complete bid coverage
Utilize estimating software (including Bluebeam) to generate takeoffs and markups
Solicit and analyze vendor and subcontractor pricing
Identify value engineering opportunities to maintain competitive pricing
Coordinate with builders and internal teams during the bid process
Oversee job budgets, schedules, and cost controls
Track project progress and ensure adherence to timelines and specifications
Process change orders, RFIs, and submittals as needed

Project Types:

Single-family residential developments
Multifamily residential projects
Commercial new construction
Production homebuilding
Tenant improvement projects

Qualifications:

Experience as a Plumbing Estimator, Plumbing Project Manager, Mechanical Estimator, Construction Estimator, Assistant Project Manager, Preconstruction Coordinator, Project Engineer, or Plumbing Foreman transitioning into estimating is highly desired.
Strong knowledge of residential construction and plumbing systems
Proficiency in Bluebeam and other estimating/project management software
Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications
Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities

Preferred Skills: