Plumbing & Fire Sprinkler Estimator / CAD Takeoff Specialist
MEB Plumbing LLC is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Plumbing & Fire Sprinkler Estimator / CAD Takeoff Specialist to support our New York office remotely.
The successful candidate will review plumbing and fire sprinkler plans prepared by engineers and architects and perform accurate material takeoffs, fixture counts, and quantity measurements for construction estimating and project planning.
This position is especially important for projects that do not have shop drawings available. The candidate must be comfortable working directly from design plans and interpreting construction drawings to determine the required materials and fixtures.
Key Responsibilities
Review and interpret plumbing and fire sprinkler plans prepared by engineers and architects.
Perform accurate material takeoffs and fixture counts directly from design drawings.
Identify and quantify pipes, fittings, valves, plumbing fixtures, and other required materials.
Review fire sprinkler layouts and quantify applicable piping, fittings, sprinkler heads, and related components.
Use AutoCAD, BIM software, and other takeoff tools to measure, analyze, and verify quantities.
Prepare organized material quantity reports and takeoff summaries for estimating purposes.
Identify drawing discrepancies, missing information, and potential coordination issues.
Coordinate with the New York office to clarify drawing details and project requirements.
Ensure all takeoffs are accurate, complete, and submitted within project deadlines.
What we're looking for
- Experience in plumbing estimating, MEP estimating, or construction material takeoffs.
- Strong ability to read and interpret architectural, plumbing, and fire sprinkler plans.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and working knowledge of BIM software.
- Knowledge of plumbing systems, piping layouts, fittings, valves, and plumbing fixtures.
- Familiarity with fire sprinkler systems and fire protection drawings.
- Experience performing takeoffs directly from engineers’ and architects’ plans rather than relying on shop drawings.
- Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and organizational abilities.
- Ability to work independently in a remote environment and meet deadlines.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.