Mechanical Estimator - Water/Wastewater Treatment Plants
Core & Main, Flagstaff, AZ, United States
Job Summary
The Treatment Plant Estimator - Critical Infrastructure Group (CIG) supports the development of quantity takeoffs for critical infrastructure projects under direct guidance from senior estimating personnel. This role focuses on learning plan interpretation, material identification, and basic takeoff procedures. The estimator collaborates with the PreBid team, sales team, and other estimators to ensure accurate, timely bid support while building foundational estimating skills.
Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities
Project Evaluation & Takeoff Support
Assists in reviewing construction plans and specifications to identify basic material requirements.
Performs entry-level quantity takeoffs with supervision and guidance.
Identifies standard materials and components needed for infrastructure systems.
Bid Support & Collaboration
Supports the preparation of scopes and basic bid packages.
Works with the PreBid team to confirm scope details and gather required information.
Communicate with internal team members to clarify basic project elements.
Learning & Development
Participates in training sessions to build proficiency in takeoff software, product knowledge, and plan reading.
Works closely with higher-level estimators to learn best practices, workflows, and company procedures.
Accept feedback and coaching to improve accuracy and efficiency.
Key Competencies
Strong willingness to learn and develop technical skills
Attention to detail
Basic problem-solving abilities
Effective, professional communication
Good organizational skills and ability to follow established processes
Preferred Qualifications
Treatment plant Estimating
Water/Wastewater experience
Pipe Valves Fitting product knowledge
Experience
0-1 years of experience in construction, engineering, or related fields
Exposure to reading blueprints or construction documents preferred
Prior internship, training, or coursework in construction or engineering is a plus
Education
Associate degree or technical certificate preferred
Coursework in Construction Management, Engineering, or related fields beneficial
Equivalent experience considered
This information indicates the general nature and level of work performed by associates in this role. It is not designed to contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this role. This description supersedes any previous or undated descriptions for this role. Management retains the right to add or change the duties of the position at any time.
Pay: $70,304 - $83,148.75 per year
Core & Main
is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment at
Core & Main
is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence.
Core & Main
does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), affectionate or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship, or any other basis protected by law.
None of the questions in this application are intended to elicit information regarding any protected characteristics, nor imply any limitation, illegal preferences or discrimination based upon non-job-related information or protected characteristics.
For more information, please click here or visit https://www.eeoc.gov
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The Treatment Plant Estimator - Critical Infrastructure Group (CIG) supports the development of quantity takeoffs for critical infrastructure projects under direct guidance from senior estimating personnel. This role focuses on learning plan interpretation, material identification, and basic takeoff procedures. The estimator collaborates with the PreBid team, sales team, and other estimators to ensure accurate, timely bid support while building foundational estimating skills.
Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities
Project Evaluation & Takeoff Support
Assists in reviewing construction plans and specifications to identify basic material requirements.
Performs entry-level quantity takeoffs with supervision and guidance.
Identifies standard materials and components needed for infrastructure systems.
Bid Support & Collaboration
Supports the preparation of scopes and basic bid packages.
Works with the PreBid team to confirm scope details and gather required information.
Communicate with internal team members to clarify basic project elements.
Learning & Development
Participates in training sessions to build proficiency in takeoff software, product knowledge, and plan reading.
Works closely with higher-level estimators to learn best practices, workflows, and company procedures.
Accept feedback and coaching to improve accuracy and efficiency.
Key Competencies
Strong willingness to learn and develop technical skills
Attention to detail
Basic problem-solving abilities
Effective, professional communication
Good organizational skills and ability to follow established processes
Preferred Qualifications
Treatment plant Estimating
Water/Wastewater experience
Pipe Valves Fitting product knowledge
Experience
0-1 years of experience in construction, engineering, or related fields
Exposure to reading blueprints or construction documents preferred
Prior internship, training, or coursework in construction or engineering is a plus
Education
Associate degree or technical certificate preferred
Coursework in Construction Management, Engineering, or related fields beneficial
Equivalent experience considered
This information indicates the general nature and level of work performed by associates in this role. It is not designed to contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this role. This description supersedes any previous or undated descriptions for this role. Management retains the right to add or change the duties of the position at any time.
Pay: $70,304 - $83,148.75 per year
Core & Main
is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment at
Core & Main
is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence.
Core & Main
does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), affectionate or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship, or any other basis protected by law.
None of the questions in this application are intended to elicit information regarding any protected characteristics, nor imply any limitation, illegal preferences or discrimination based upon non-job-related information or protected characteristics.
For more information, please click here or visit https://www.eeoc.gov
#J-18808-Ljbffr