Commercial Estimator – Ground-Up Projects & Growth

Blayze Group; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Professional development

Long-term stability with anEstablished

Job summary

Blayze Group in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking an experienced Estimator to join its established commercial General Contractor team. You will manage the full estimating process for ground-up and renovation projects, develop budgets, and coordinate with subcontractors to ensure competitive bids.

Key requirements include 3+ years of commercial construction estimating, proficiency with Excel and Bluebeam or On-Screen Takeoff, and a degree in Construction Management or Engineering preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of commercial construction estimating experience.
• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related discipline preferred, otherwise relevant experience.
• Proficiency with Excel and estimating software (Bluebeam or On-Screen Takeoff).

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and budgets for commercial construction projects.
• Manage the estimating process from initial review through final bid submission.
• Complete quantity takeoffs and assess drawings, specs and project requirements.
• Coordinate subcontractor and supplier pricing to ensure competitive bids.
• Review subcontractor proposals, identify discrepancies and scope gaps.
• Evaluate labor, material and general conditions costs.
• Support bid preparation, value engineering and cost-saving opportunities.

Skills

Estimating

Budgeting

Bid submission

Takeoffs

Communication

Education

Construction Management or Engineering degree

Tools

Bluebeam

On-Screen Takeoff

Excel

Job description

Blayze Group in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking an experienced Estimator to join its established commercial General Contractor team. You will manage the full estimating process for ground-up and renovation projects, develop budgets, and coordinate with subcontractors to ensure competitive bids.

Key requirements include 3+ years of commercial construction estimating, proficiency with Excel and Bluebeam or On-Screen Takeoff, and a degree in Construction Management or Engineering preferred.