Commercial Construction Estimator

The Contractor Consultants; Crowley (LA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Referral Bonus

Uniforms provided

Company laptop

Job summary

Planet Construction J2911 LLC seeks a Construction Estimator to support commercial bids from the Lake Charles area, analyzing drawings, specs, and takeoffs to build reliable estimates. This onsite role collaborates with pre-construction teams to deliver competitive bids.

You will manage labor, material, and subcontract costs, solicit vendor quotes, and prepare detailed proposals for commercial construction opportunities, with a path to project completion incentives.

Qualifications

• Proven track record delivering precise cost estimates in the commercial general construction sector.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills for vendor negotiations and internal collaboration.
• Demonstrated ability to self-motivate, maintain rigorous organization, and meet strict bid deadlines.
• Advanced proficiency in interpreting blue prints, structural engineering files, and contractual bid documents.

Responsibilities

• Analyze architectural drawings and project specifications to compile accurate material takeoffs.
• Calculate total projected costs for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontracts.
• Solicit and evaluate competitive vendor quotes to ensure optimal project cost-control.
• Collaborate closely with project managers and field operations to align estimates with actual construction capabilities.
• Prepare comprehensive, highly detailed bid proposals for commercial construction opportunities.
• Review historical cost data to continuously refine and improve estimating accuracy.

Skills

Cost estimation

Communication

Organization

Blueprint interpretation

Job description

Construction Estimator – Drive Commercial Project Bidding

• Company: Planet Construction J2911 LLC
• Salary/Pay Rate: $95,000 to $150,000 per year plus Project Completion Bonus (W-2)
• Location: Crowley, LA- Office in Lake Charles, LA (Onsite, No Travel Required)
• Job/Employment Type: Full Time
• Project Scope: Commercial General Construction
• Mandatory Licences & Certifications: None Required

The Opportunity

You will serve as a vital specialist in the Office & Admin division, evaluating complex commercial project frameworks. This role gives you the autonomy to analyze expenditures and secure profitable bids while collaborating with a supportive pre-construction team. You will drive project success within an organization that genuinely treats you like family.

How You Will Make An Impact

• Analyze architectural drawings and project specifications to compile accurate material takeoffs.
• Calculate total projected costs for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontracts.
• Solicit and evaluate competitive vendor quotes to ensure optimal project cost-control.
• Collaborate closely with project managers and field operations to align estimates with actual construction capabilities.
• Prepare comprehensive, highly detailed bid proposals for commercial construction opportunities.
• Review historical cost data to continuously refine and improve estimating accuracy.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Proven track record delivering precise cost estimates within the commercial general construction sector.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills necessary for negotiating with vendors and working with internal teams.
• Demonstrated ability to self-motivate, maintain rigorous organization, and meet strict bid deadlines.
• Advanced proficiency in interpreting blue prints, structural engineering files, and contractual bid documents.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of related commercial construction estimating experience.
• Prior experience estimating high-stakes commercial builds tied to performance and project completion incentives.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with a weekly pay cycle.
• Project Completion Bonus incentives.
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Paid Time Off including dedicated holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Employee Referral Bonus Program.
• Uniforms and necessary safety equipment provided by the company.
• Company laptop provided.
• Open to relocation assistance for the right candidate

Planet Construction J2911 LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.