Insulation Estimator

Job Details: Job Location: Core - Little Rock - Little Rock, AR, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $75000.00 - $80000.00Salary, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Day, Core Insulation Contractors LLC, an IR Pros company, is seeking an experienced Estimator to support industrial insulation, commercial insulation, and firestopping projects.

This is a fully remote position reporting to the Estimating Manager and President – Industrial Division. The Estimator will be responsible for reviewing project documents, completing accurate material and labor takeoffs, verifying current pricing, and preparing competitive estimates and bid packages for a variety of projects.

Project types may include industrial piping, ductwork, tanks, commercial HVAC, plumbing systems, and firestopping applications.

Essential Technical Skills

The ideal candidate will have strong technical estimating skills, including:

Ability to read and interpret blueprints, construction drawings, plans, specifications, and insulation schedules
Experience completing digital takeoffs and calculating material and labor requirements
Knowledge of commercial and industrial insulation systems
Strong mathematical and analytical skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office
Understanding of applicable building codes, project specifications, and industry standards
Ability to obtain, review, and compare vendor and subcontractor pricing
Experience preparing complete and competitive bid packages
Ability to review addenda, revisions, exclusions, scope changes, and change orders
Experience maintaining accurate estimating databases and current material/labor pricing
Familiarity with estimating software; experience with MIKE (Mechanical Insulation Key Estimator) by Comput-Ability, Inc. is strongly preferred
Experience with Visual Takeoff (VTO) or similar digital takeoff software preferred

Qualifications:
3–5 years of estimating experience preferred
Previous experience estimating commercial or industrial insulation projects
Firestopping estimating experience is a plus, but not required; training will be provided for candidates with strong commercial or industrial insulation experience
High school diploma or equivalent
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to prioritize multiple estimates and meet bid deadlines
Ability to work independently in a remote environment while maintaining regular communication with project managers, vendors, subcontractors, and leadership

Review and evaluate requests for estimates, bid invitations, plans, specifications, and supporting project documentation
Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, plans, and specifications to determine project scope and requirements
Complete detailed takeoffs for industrial insulation, commercial insulation, and firestopping projects
Develop accurate and competitive estimates and bids within established deadlines
Enter takeoff information into the company's estimating systems, including MIKE (Mechanical Insulation Key Estimator) and Visual Takeoff (VTO)
Verify material, equipment, labor, and subcontractor pricing
Solicit and review vendor and subcontractor quotes as needed
Prepare complete bid packages, including pricing, scope, exclusions, clarifications, and supporting documentation
Review project addenda and revisions and adjust estimates as necessary
Review estimates, change orders, and revisions for completeness and accuracy
Partner with project managers to confirm project-specific requirements and market pricing
Maintain estimating tools and databases by keeping material, labor, and vendor pricing current
Perform occasional field takeoffs and gather information from existing structures when required
Assist with project handoff from estimating to operations/project management after award
Maintain organized electronic estimating files and supporting documentation
Follow all applicable company standards, policies, procedures, and safety requirements
Participate in and promote the company's safety culture
Perform other duties as assigned

Preferred Experience

Candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas are strongly encouraged to apply:

Industrial mechanical insulation
Commercial HVAC and plumbing insulation
Pipe, duct, tank, and equipment insulation
Firestopping
Mechanical construction
Digital construction takeoffs
MIKE estimating software
Visual Takeoff (VTO)
Vendor pricing and subcontractor quote analysis
Preparing competitive construction bid packages

Remote Work

This position is fully remote. Candidates must be comfortable working independently, managing multiple estimating deadlines, and collaborating virtually with project managers, vendors, subcontractors, and leadership across multiple locations.