Project Estimator
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Job Description
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Competitive salary
- Health insurance
The Westlake Group is one of the premier plumbing groups in central Arkansas. We are looking to expand our business to include a project estimator for residential and commercial plumbing projects. Our ideal estimator will specialize in pricing projects based on builder standards, homeowner preferences, and interior designer specification, and ensure proper margins on material and labor costs. They evaluate the plans for raw materials need to install all water, gas and sewer supplies. They ensure that equipment and fixture selections are accurate, available, code-compliant, and aligned with the style and budget of each residential and commercial project.
Key Responsibilities:
- Review home plans, equipment needs, piping requirement, fixture schedules, and design specs to create project estimates
- Build plumbing fixture packages tailored to each project's scope, budget, and aesthetic
- Collaborate with builders, interior designers, and clients to confirm selections
- Ensure all selected fixtures are code-compliant, compatible, and lead-time appropriate
- Coordinate with vendors and suppliers for pricing, availability, and substitutions
- Prepare and present selection sheets and estimate documents for builder/client approval
- Track allowances and upgrades for plumbing fixtures across multiple homes
- Communicate with purchasing to ensure selections are ordered and staged correctly
- Maintain organized product catalogs, pricing sheets, and cut sheet libraries
- Support project managers and field teams with fixture clarification or troubleshooting
Skills & Qualifications:
- 3+ years' experience in commercial and residential project estimating
- Strong working knowledge of plumbing, equipment, fixture types, brands, and installation requirements for residential and commercial projects
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to interpret plans, specs, and builder design guides
- Clear and professional communicator with builders, designers, and homeowners
- Familiarity with plumbing codes and residential construction timelines
- Experience using estimating tools, spreadsheets, and fixture catalogs
- Vendor and supplier negotiation skills
- Customer service mindset and professional presentation
- Ability to balance aesthetics, functionality, and cost in recommendations
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