Plumbing Estimator

2 weeks ago


Ottawa, Canada D-Squared Construction Full time

**Plumbing Estimator Duties & Responsibilities**:

- Inspect plans and specifications of projects
- During the bid process, prepare transmittals, distribute plans, specifications, and addenda to subcontractors.
- Plan detailed quantity surveys and complete scope
- Prepare master budgets and cost models for projects.
- Provide abstract project estimates
- Discuss with employers, suppliers, or other involved parties to review estimates and resolve issues
- Remain in a plan to help maintain the profit margin and handle any changes in the original estimates

**Plumbing Estimator Requirements**:

- Three years of related experience in the plumbing estimating process
- High school diploma, GED, or suitable equivalent
- Education from college, trade school, or military
- Valid driver’s license
- Reliable, detailed oriented, highly organized, and capable of handling several tasks
- Recognize a thorough understanding of the plumbing industry
- The ability to know local codes and to use available resources to find solutions
- Efficient management skills to improve the productivity of teams and work standards.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills

COMPANY PICK UP TRUCK, FULL BENEFITS, GROUP RRSP'S ABOVE AVG. COMPENSATION.Responsibilities:

- Analyze project plans and specifications to determine the scope of work and materials required
- Prepare accurate and detailed cost estimates for construction projects
- Collaborate with architects, engineers, and subcontractors to gather necessary information for estimating purposes
- Review and evaluate bids from subcontractors and suppliers
- Negotiate pricing with vendors and subcontractors to ensure competitive pricing
- Create and maintain a database of material costs, labor rates, and equipment costs
- Monitor project costs throughout the construction process to ensure budget compliance
- Provide support to project managers during the construction phase

**Skills**:

- Strong project management skills to effectively plan and organize multiple projects simultaneously
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities to accurately estimate project costs
- Knowledge of construction materials, methods, and techniques
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and other construction documents
- Strong negotiation skills to obtain competitive pricing from vendors and subcontractors
- Proficient in using estimating software and Microsoft Office Suite

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $85,000.00-$95,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- RRSP match

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Ottawa, ON: reliably commute or be willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (required)

**Experience**:

- plumbing estimating: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person


  • Estimator

    4 weeks ago


    Ottawa, Canada S&R Mechanical Full time

    **Are you looking for a change this season?** If you have Estimating skills in either Plumbing or Mechanical Systems or both, look no further! **Located right in the heart of Orleans,** S&R Mechanical specializes in mechanical heating and plumbing in institutional, industrial, commercial and residential sectors. S&R Mechanical is built around a dynamic team...


  • Ottawa, ON, Canada 1343252 Ontario Ltd Full time

    Job Description Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 40 hours per week Education: Other trades certificate or diploma Experience: 5 years or more Work Environment Confined spaces, Wet/damp, Various locations Commercial, Industrial, Institutional, Residential Tasks # Read blueprints, drawings, and specifications to...


  • Ottawa, Canada BGIS Full time

    Who We Are BGIS is a leading provider of customized facility management and real estate services. With our combined team of over 6,500 globally, we relentlessly focus on enabling innovation through the services we deliver, while actively looking for new opportunities that will enable innovation for our clients’ businesses. Globally, we manage over...


  • Ottawa, Canada BGIS Full time

    Who We Are BGIS is a leading provider of customized facility management and real estate services. With our combined team of over 6,500 globally, we relentlessly focus on enabling innovation through the services we deliver, while actively looking for new opportunities that will enable innovation for our clients’ businesses. Globally, we manage over...


  • Ottawa, Canada BGIS Full time

    Who We Are BGIS is a leading provider of customized facility management and real estate services. With our combined team of over 6,500 globally, we relentlessly focus on enabling innovation through the services we deliver, while actively looking for new opportunities that will enable innovation for our clients’ businesses. Globally, we manage over...


  • Ottawa, ON, Canada BGIS Full time

    Who We Are BGIS is a leading provider of customized facility management and real estate services. With our combined team of over 6,500 globally, we relentlessly focus on enabling innovation through the services we deliver, while actively looking for new opportunities that will enable innovation for our clients’ businesses. Globally, we manage over 320...


  • Ottawa, Canada Singhko Inc Full time

    Roles and Responsibilities: - Assist in developing and implementing sales tools and processes - Achieve monthly and annual sales goals - Manages referrals, leads, consultations and closing in a timely manner - Proficiency in Gmail, Word, Excel and internet - Assist in job costing and analyzing trends for future sales Skill Requirements: - Experience in...

  • Quotations

    5 days ago


    Ottawa, Canada EMCO Corporation Full time

    Company Description EMCO corporation was founded in 1906 and has grown to become one of Canada’s leading national distributors of Plumbing, HVAC and Waterworks. Products range widely from equipment and material to fixtures and finishing. For over a century our commitment to excellent service, continuous improvement, and investment in our people have...


  • Ottawa, Canada EllisDon Full time

    EllisDon is committed to being the safest general contractor. As part of our vaccine directive, we require employees to be fully vaccinated, or in the process of receiving the vaccine against COVID-19. Should you have any additional questions related to our vaccine directive as you move forward in the hiring process, please discuss this with our People &...


  • Ottawa, Canada EllisDon Full time

    EllisDon is committed to being the safest general contractor. As part of our vaccine directive, we require employees to be fully vaccinated, or in the process of receiving the vaccine against COVID-19. Should you have any additional questions related to our vaccine directive as you move forward in the hiring process, please discuss this with our People &...


  • Ottawa, Canada EllisDon Full time

    EllisDon is committed to being the safest general contractor. As part of our vaccine directive, we require employees to be fully vaccinated, or in the process of receiving the vaccine against COVID-19. Should you have any additional questions related to our vaccine directive as you move forward in the hiring process, please discuss this with our People &...


  • Ottawa, Canada Engineering Search Firm Inc Full time

    Purpose You have expertise in the areas of HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, building systems controls and commissioning; as well as energy efficiency and renewable energy design and assessment. You’re a motivated self-starter, who’s excited to participate with an established team of professional engineers and technologists in developing innovative...


  • Ottawa, Canada EllisDon Part time

    EllisDon is committed to being the safest general contractor. As part of our vaccine directive, we require employees to be fully vaccinated, or in the process of receiving the vaccine against COVID-19. Should you have any additional questions related to our vaccine directive as you move forward in the hiring process, please discuss this with our People &...


  • Ottawa, Ontario, Canada EllisDon Full time

    EllisDon is committed to being the safest general contractor. As part of our vaccine directive, we require employees to be fully vaccinated, or in the process of receiving the vaccine against COVID-19. Should you have any additional questions related to our vaccine directive as you move forward in the hiring process, please discuss this with our People &...


  • Ottawa, Ontario, Canada EllisDon Full time

    EllisDon is committed to being the safest general contractor. As part of our vaccine directive, we require employees to be fully vaccinated, or in the process of receiving the vaccine against COVID-19. Should you have any additional questions related to our vaccine directive as you move forward in the hiring process, please discuss this with our People &...


  • Ottawa, Canada EllisDon Full time

    EllisDon is committed to being the safest general contractor. As part of our vaccine directive, we require employees to be fully vaccinated, or in the process of receiving the vaccine against COVID-19. Should you have any additional questions related to our vaccine directive as you move forward in the hiring process, please discuss this with our People &...


  • Ottawa, Canada Chenega Corporation Full time

    Overview: **General (Civil-MEP) Superintendent** **Ottawa, Canada** Are you ready to enhance your skills and build your career in a rapidly evolving business climate? Are you looking for a career where professional development is embedded in your employer’s core culture? If so, Chenega Military, Intelligence & Operations Support (MIOS) could be the place...


  • Ottawa, Canada Chenega MIOS Full time

    **Summary** **General (Civil-MEP) Superintendent** **Ottawa, Canada** Are you ready to enhance your skills and build your career in a rapidly evolving business climate? Are you looking for a career where professional development is embedded in your employer’s core culture? If so, Chenega Military, Intelligence & Operations Support (MIOS) could be the...


  • Ottawa, Canada 1343252 Ontario Ltd Full time

    Job Details Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 40 hours per week Education: Other trades certificate or diploma Experience: 5 years or more Work Site Environment Confined spaces, Wet/damp, Various locations Work Setting Commercial, Industrial, Institutional, Residential Tasks Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine layout...


  • Ottawa, Canada 1343252 Ontario Ltd Full time

    Job Details Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 40 hours per week Education: Other trades certificate or diploma Experience: 5 years or more Work Site Environment Confined spaces, Wet/damp, Various locations Work Setting Commercial, Industrial, Institutional, Residential Tasks Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine layout...