Lead Estimator – Infrastructure & EPC

Job Description

Victaulic, headquartered in Easton, Pennsylvania, is the global leader in mechanical pipe joining solutions, delivering advanced technologies and engineering services to address complex piping challenges faced by engineers, site owners and contractors. Since 1919, our innovative solutions have improved construction productivity and reduced risks, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget. With over 6,000 employees spanning 50+ locations worldwide, our teams are dedicated to delivering advanced technologies and engineering expertise that address real-world challenges across a wide range of industries.

Our sustainable solutions, made from high quality, graded scrap steel, promote circular construction by making piping systems infinitely reconfigured and minimizing environmental impact. Today, our high-quality products are used in more than 140 countries, supporting some of the world's most critical and prestigious structures.

An Industry Leader With a Heart as Big as Its Ambition and Innovation

At Victaulic, we're committed to constructing a better world for and with our people.

Let's Build a Better World Together.

Our commitment to our people is built on four pillars:

• We build from within.

• We stand behind our people.

• We foster an environment for constant learning.

• We engineer change for a more stable and sustainable world.

YOUR IMPACT STARTS HERE

We're looking for a Lead Estimator – Infrastructure & EPC to drive cost certainty across Fabrication & Drawing projects with a specialized focus on infrastructure and EPC environments, including utilities, plant systems, and underground piping. Operating within the Virtual Design & Construction (VDC) division, you'll lead a team of estimators—providing day-to-day direction, workload oversight, and professional development—while partnering closely with Sales, Engineering, and cross-divisional teams to deliver accurate, competitive estimates and ensure seamless handoffs from quote through project execution. This is an opportunity for someone who combines deep piping knowledge and strong BIM fluency with the leadership presence to elevate the performance and capability of the estimating group.

WHAT YOU'LL BUILD & OWN

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of entry and mid-level estimators, providing guidance on estimation workflows, technical standards, and professional growth.

• Oversee daily workload distribution across the estimating team, balancing capacity against incoming Sales support requests and project deadlines.

• Set clear performance expectations, conduct regular check-ins, and foster a collaborative, high-accountability team environment.

• Serve as the primary escalation point for complex scope, technical, or scheduling challenges arising within the estimating group.

• Support onboarding and structured training for new estimators, ensuring consistent application of VDC procedures and quality standards across all experience levels.

Estimating & Scope Development

• Coordinate with Sales on early-stage opportunities to ensure alignment prior to submittal, enabling an efficient project lifecycle.

• Prepare and evaluate BIM Fabrication packages, Material & Labor comparisons, Joint Count Conversions, Engineering Model Conversions, and Material Take-Offs (MTOs) for infrastructure and EPC projects.

• Translate customer documents, piping specifications, and mechanical drawings into accurate, risk-informed cost estimates.

• Determine scope coverage, identify and communicate scope gaps, and manage risk exposure with Sales and customers.

• Assist Sales teams in presenting VDC package quotes and supporting proposal development, including bid and project presentations.

Project Coordination & Quality Control – Technical Review

• Review and validate piping drawings, models, Bills of Materials (BOMs), isometric drawings, and spool sheets for compliance with VDC procedures and infrastructure-specific standards.

• Lead technical review of Sales-supplied requests, ensuring scope accuracy and completeness before estimate development begins.

• Perform material and labor cost comparisons to validate estimate competitiveness and flag variance for management review.

• Monitor quote tracking and deadlines; provide regular status updates to the Estimating Manager.

• Enforce quality control standards in line with current department requirements and VDC division policies.

Scheduling & Cross-Functional Communication

• Deliver weekly status updates ensuring alignment on project timelines and deliverables across all stakeholders.

• Coordinate and assign incoming Sales support requests; manage team scheduling to balance capacity and meet deadlines.

• Collaborate with cross-functional Sales Operations, Sales, US FAB, Engineering, and PMD teams to streamline project execution.

• Lead and support coordination meetings to surface challenges, share insights, and drive timely resolution.

Process Improvement & Innovation

• Identify and propose improvements to VDC procedures, estimating methodologies, and toolsets; champion adoption across the estimating team.

• Evaluate emerging estimating technologies and AI-assisted workflows; recommend integrations that improve throughput and accuracy.

• Support other VDC departments and provide backup coverage as required.

WHAT YOU BRING

Education

• Associate degree in Drafting Technology, Engineering Technology, or a related field required; equivalent combination of education, training, and hands-on experience will be considered.

Experience

• 4–6 years of progressive experience in piping estimation, coordination, engineering, or design, with demonstrated growth in responsibility.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required (less than 1% of time).

Technical Skills

• Knowledge in Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, and Navisworks; Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Project) required.

• Strong command of piping specifications and mechanical piping drawings, with emphasis on infrastructure-specific layouts.

Professional Competencies

• Proven leadership and team development skills; ability to coach estimators across all experience levels—from entry-level to mid-level professionals.

• Clear written and verbal communication with the ability to convey technical requirements to both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities; proactive, solutions-oriented approach to challenges.

• Customer and interpersonal skills suited to cross-functional collaboration and Sales-facing engagement.

• High attention to detail and commitment to quality in a deadline-driven project environment.

WHAT SETS YOU APART

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Plumbing, or Fire Protection Engineering, or equivalent discipline.

• Prior experience in a lead, senior, or supervisory estimating capacity.

• Background in HVAC, industrial, or infrastructure environments (EPC, Water/Wastewater, Municipal, or Utilities).

• Hands-on experience with estimating platforms such as Bluebeam; familiarity with Onscreen Takeoff, AutoBid Est-MECH, or QuoteSoft.

• Comfort with AI tools and AI-assisted workflows.

WHAT WE OFFER

Join a Team That Builds the World's Infrastructure

• Global Impact—lead estimates on landmark infrastructure and EPC projects worldwide with a market-leading brand.

• Cutting-Edge Technology—leverage the latest BIM/VDC tools and AI-assisted workflows in a forward-thinking digital environment.

• Flexible Work Model—hybrid/remote-eligible arrangement supporting work-life balance at our Easton, PA headquarters.

• Leadership & Growth—step into a team leadership role with mentorship opportunities and a clear path to senior management.

Build A Better Career

• Competitive