Construction Planning & Scheduling Specialist

PALA Interstate, LLC; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

PALA Interstate, LLC in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking a cost estimator to prepare cost estimates and schedules for construction bidding and management decisions. The role requires field experience or a degree in construction management/engineering, plus solid accounting knowledge and CAD proficiency.

You will coordinate with craftsmen, engineers, and clients to deliver accurate proposals on-site. The candidate should be proficient in MS Office, possess a valid driver's license, and communicate

Qualifications

• Five years of field experience or degree in construction management/engineering.
• Basic accounting knowledge.
• Experience with Inventor and AutoCAD R14 or higher.
• Solid knowledge of Microsoft Office, Internet and email.

Responsibilities

• Studies drawings, plans and specifications to understand the work to be done.
• Performs job walks to assess field conditions and work environment.
• Compiles list of materials, tools or equipment needed.
• Compiles list of workers and classifications needed for the job.
• Coordinates with craftsmen, engineers, accounting reps, safety personnel and attorneys.
• Delivers job reviews/proposals to appropriate personnel.
• Plans sequence of work in logical order and secures client agreement.
• Computes overall cost estimates for materials, labor and subcontracted work.
• Provides weekly/biweekly project updates.
• Maintains clear verbal and written communication with all parties.
• Inputs information and issues reports using basic computer tools.

Skills

Cost estimation

Project coordination

Communication

AutoCAD

Inventor

MS Office

Driver's license

Education

Degree in construction management or engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

Job description

PALA Interstate, LLC in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking a cost estimator to prepare cost estimates and schedules for construction bidding and management decisions. The role requires field experience or a degree in construction management/engineering, plus solid accounting knowledge and CAD proficiency.

You will coordinate with craftsmen, engineers, and clients to deliver accurate proposals on-site. The candidate should be proficient in MS Office, possess a valid driver's license, and communicate