The RoleAs a Plumbing Estimator at AMS, you're the precision behind every bid. You'll analyze drawings and specifications, perform quantity takeoffs for piping systems and mechanical equipment, and assemble accurate, well-organized estimates in a timely manner.
From coordinating subcontractor and vendor quotations to formulating cost breakdowns for project managers' pre-construction budgeting, your numbers set the foundation for how AMS wins and delivers. As an employee-owned company, the precision you bring to every estimate is precision you share in, with
Quality, Integrity, Reliability built into every bid.
What You'll Own - Analyze drawings and specifications with high attention to detail.
- Understand contractual terms and conditions and issue intelligent and perceptive RFIs.
- Perform quantity takeoffs for piping systems and mechanical equipment for industrial piping and mechanical systems.
- Assemble accurate and well-organized estimates in a timely manner.
- Organize subcontractor and vendor quotations, ensuring quotes meet contract documents.
- Maintain relationships with subcontractors and clients.
- Prepare, coordinate, and evaluate subcontractor bid packages.
- Assemble material and labor costing information for the company historical database.
- Formulate cost breakdowns from estimates for project managers' pre-construction budgeting.
- Attend pre-bid walk-throughs periodically.
- Work with other company estimators to assemble multi-trade proposals.
What You Bring - Previous experience estimating commercial projects.
- Computer estimating software experience.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Project.
- Strong math and analytical skills.
- Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications, including piping plan, isometric, and detail drawings.
- QuickPen AutoBid experience.
- Experience with HVAC takeoffs.
- Mix of field and office experience.
$90-$135K Base • DOE
Location Bolingbrook, IL
Type Full-Time • On-Site
Department Estimating
Reports To Chief Estimator
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Megan Tommer
Talent Acquisition
630.320.7723 careers@ams-pmt.com
The Package
More Than A Paycheck As a 100% employee-owned company, your success is literally shared. We back our standard of excellence by investing in the people who deliver it.
Health, Dental & Vision Comprehensive family coverage
Continuing Education Tuition & training incentives
Life & Disability AD&D and short-term coverage
Profit Sharing You win when we win
Real Career Path Mentorship & advancement
PTO & VTO Vacation + paid volunteer time
No Black Holes
How Hiring Works1
ApplySend your resume. Five minutes, no endless forms.
2
Phone ScreenA real conversation with Megan about your experience and goals.
3
Team InterviewMeet the estimating team and walk through how you work.
4
OfferA clear, competitive offer with the full ESOP picture.
5
WelcomeOnboard as an employee-owner and start winning work.
