Construction Estimator: Cost, Bids & Proposals

Cajun Industries, LLC; Baton Rouge (LA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Cajun Industries, LLC in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking an experienced Estimator to prepare proposals with cost, technical and commercial responses. You will analyze blueprints, specifications and other documentation to estimate time, cost, and labor for projects, and may work in a plant or jobsite setting.

The role involves coordinating with clients, vendors and internal teams, applying estimating procedures, and reviewing contracts and safety considerations to ensure accurate, timely bids.

Qualifications

• Experience preparing cost estimates from blueprints, specifications and other documentation.
• Ability to perform quantity take-offs and analyze material and labor requirements.
• Familiarity with estimating procedures, policies, and cost-control methods.
• Ability to communicate with clients, vendors, and project teams to resolve issues.

Responsibilities

• Review bid documents and client data to determine scope and requirements.
• Compute cost factors and prepare itemized estimates for planning and bids.
• Coordinate with vendors and subcontractors to gather pricing and lead times.
• Prepare a technical and commercial approach to proposal cost.
• Ensure contract terms and conditions are properly reviewed.
• Assist teammates as needed on estimating tasks.

Skills

Cost estimation

Quantity take-off

Vendor coordination

Bid analysis

Project coordination

Job description

Cajun Industries, LLC in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking an experienced Estimator to prepare proposals with cost, technical and commercial responses. You will analyze blueprints, specifications and other documentation to estimate time, cost, and labor for projects, and may work in a plant or jobsite setting.

The role involves coordinating with clients, vendors and internal teams, applying estimating procedures, and reviewing contracts and safety considerations to ensure accurate, timely bids.