Detail‑Oriented Commercial Concrete Estimator

Coastline Concrete & Infrastructure LLC; Slidell (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid medical, dental and VISN

401(k) retirement plan

Voluntary supplemental insurance

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Job summary

Coastline Concrete & Infrastructure LLC is seeking an experienced Estimator to prepare accurate, competitive estimates for commercial concrete projects, including flatwork, foundations, and structural concrete. You will review drawings, takeoffs, and bid documents, while coordinating with project teams to develop winning bids.

The role requires 3–5+ years in construction estimating, proficiency with Excel and estimating software, and the ability to work on-site with field leadership and vendors.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of construction estimating experience, preferably in commercial concrete construction.
• Experience estimating concrete flatwork, foundations, and structural concrete.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and bid documents.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for commercial concrete projects (flatwork, foundations, structural concrete).
• Review drawings, specs, and bid documents to understand scope.
• Perform quantity takeoffs for concrete, reinforcing steel, formwork, foundations, slabs, and related materials.
• Estimate labor, equipment, material, and subcontractor costs.
• Solicit and evaluate vendor and subcontractor pricing.
• Develop competitive bids and participate in pre-bid meetings and site visits.
• Coordinate with project management and field leadership to evaluate methods and requirements.
• Maintain estimating records and bid documentation.
• Support handoffs to operations after successful bids.

Skills

Estimating

Analytical thinking

Project prioritization

Communication

Education

Construction Management or Civil Engineering degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Construction estimating software

Job description

Coastline Concrete & Infrastructure LLC is seeking an experienced Estimator to prepare accurate, competitive estimates for commercial concrete projects, including flatwork, foundations, and structural concrete. You will review drawings, takeoffs, and bid documents, while coordinating with project teams to develop winning bids.

The role requires 3–5+ years in construction estimating, proficiency with Excel and estimating software, and the ability to work on-site with field leadership and vendors.