Project Manager / Estimator - Commercial Plumbing
AlphaGov · San Jose, CA · 2 wk ago
On-siteOTHRFull-time
We are looking for a Project Manager / Estimator with direct commercial and industrial plumbing experience to own projects from estimating and preconstruction through execution and closeout in a contractor environment. This role will work across commercial plumbing and process piping projects, taking hands-on ownership of scopes, budgets, schedules, subcontractors, vendors, and client communication. The position is ideal for someone who can accurately estimate work while also driving projects through successful field execution. AlphaHire is recruiting on behalf of a client that has specialized in commercial and industrial plumbing and process piping in the Bay Area since 1994. Terry Mechanical Inc. Responsibilities Develop detailed estimates and proposals for commercial and industrial plumbing and process piping projectsReview plans, specifications, scopes, and project requirements to identify labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costsOwn assigned plumbing projects from preconstruction through closeout, maintaining control of budget, schedule, scope, and qualityManage project schedules, procurement, material requirements, change orders, RFIs, submittals, and project documentationWork directly with field superintendents, plumbers, vendors, subcontractors, inspectors, and clients to drive project executionMonitor job costs and project performance against estimates and proactively address scope, schedule, or cost issuesVisit active job sites to evaluate progress, resolve field issues, and ensure work is progressing according to plans and specificationsPrepare and negotiate change orders while maintaining accurate project financial documentationSupport business development by developing competitive estimates and maintaining strong relationships with commercial and industrial customers Requirements 5+ years of direct experience in commercial or industrial plumbing project management, estimating, or a combined PM/Estimator roleStrong experience with commercial plumbing systems and/or process piping projectsMust have direct plumbing project ownership experience rather than primarily administrative or project coordination experienceAbility to read and interpret plumbing drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and construction documentsDemonstrated estimating experience, including material takeoffs, labor pricing, subcontractor pricing, and proposal developmentExperience managing project budgets, schedules, change orders, procurement, and closeout documentationStrong understanding of construction project costs and field execution within a plumbing contractor environmentCommercial or industrial plumbing experience required; candidates with only residential plumbing experience will not be considered Benefits Compensation: Competitive salary based on experience. Benefits may include health insurance, retirement plan options, paid time off, and other company-sponsored programs.