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This position is in the estimating department which supports Therma’s project management teams. If you are looking to work in a fast paced and rewarding environment, then we invite you to apply today!Position: Full-time, In-office\nLocation: San Jose, CA\nTo perform this job successfully, the candidate must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Also, additional job duties may be assigned.\nResponsibilities:\nResponsible for providing timely and accurate plumbing cost estimates of labor and materials for new construction, tenant improvement, or maintenance projects. \nAnalyze drawings, specifications, and project documents to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates.\nWork collaboratively with other peer estimators, project managers, engineers, detailers, vendors.\nManage project management teams expectations through communications both written and verbal.\nUse estimating software, currently Highland Construction Software / Quote Soft / Trimble AutoBid software tools to perform project takeoffs.\nResponsible for accuracy of all components of estimating workbook spreadsheets including verifying correct labor hours are assigned to the proper tasks, labor rates are accurate, internal cost allocations, assumption, material, transportation, and other services not performed by company.\nEnsures compliance with regulations and company policies.\nAttend job walks, bid review, meetings as needed.\nJob Requirements:\nExperience in construction or plumbing industry.\nExperience estimating medium to large projects.\nKnowledge of (NSPC) National Standard Plumbing Code.\nExperience using Estimating software such as Trimble AutoBid, Highlands Construction Software, Quote Soft, or equal.\nProficient in Microsoft suite applications; Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project.\nReviewing customer requests for quotes for both deliverable and quality requirements.\nCommunicating with customers / project teams to accurately define requirements and expectations.\nConsolidating all outside costs and internal costs associated with fabrication and installation.\nCreating detailed estimate packages for final review with associated backup documentation.\nWriting clarification letters for estimates performed.\nCommunicate effectively both verbally and in writing.\nCollaborate effectively in a team environment.\nMentor and assist plumbing estimators on the team.\nEducation/Experience:\nKnowledge of plumbing systems.\n5+ years field experience in MEP construction or plumbing/process piping industry.\nAdvanced knowledge of plumbing codes in CA.\nCollege degree in Construction Management / Engineering or related field.\nMicrosoft suite applications; Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project.\nBluebeam and Adobe PDF applications.\nAutodesk AutoCAD & Revit basic knowledge and navigation of drawings / models.\nDesign Build experience on medium to large size projects.\nCritical Competencies:\nORGANIZED: Sense of urgency with the ability to set priorities and build action plans to drive timely execution. 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