Electrical & Instrumentation Estimator – Industrial Preconstruction

ISC Constructors, LLC; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Career growth opportunities

Exposure to complex projects

Collaborative environment

Job summary

ISC Constructors, LLC is seeking an Electrical & Instrumentation Estimator to join our Preconstruction team. You will develop competitive estimates and proposals for industrial construction projects, performing takeoffs, pricing, and labor/composition analysis.

The role emphasizes growth within estimating and preconstruction, collaborating with estimators, operations, and project teams to ensure accurate, timely bids and strong technical proposals.

Qualifications

• Experience or education related to electrical and instrumentation construction, estimating, engineering, project coordination, or preconstruction.
• Working knowledge of E&I construction methods, materials, equipment, and installation practices.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and project documentation.
• Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to estimate accuracy.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Ability to learn and effectively use construction estimating and project-management software.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary project teams.
• Self-motivated approach with a desire to grow within industrial construction estimating and preconstruction.

Responsibilities

• Prepare electrical and instrumentation estimates for industrial construction projects.
• Review drawings, specifications, bid documents, schedules, and other project requirements.
• Perform detailed quantity and material takeoffs for E&I scopes.
• Develop labor estimates and apply appropriate labor units and productivity considerations.
• Obtain and evaluate material pricing, vendor quotations, and subcontractor proposals.
• Prepare estimates for electrical scopes including grounding, lighting, power, controls, cable, and specialty electrical systems.
• Prepare estimates for instrumentation scopes including instrumentation, controls, cable and instrument schedules, and associated installation requirements.
• Assist with scope reviews, bid clarifications, contract reviews, and identification of project risks and opportunities.
• Support preparation of competitive bids, technical proposals, proposal letters, and supporting documentation.
• Participate in estimate reviews, bid reviews, and proposal presentations.
• Coordinate with operations, engineering, procurement, vendors, subcontractors, and other stakeholders during estimate development.
• Participate in project site visits and pre-bid activities as required.
• Maintain accurate estimating documentation, assumptions, qualifications, and supporting information.
• Develop toward increased responsibility for proposal development and estimate leadership.

Skills

E&I Estimating

Takeoffs & Cost Estimates

Spreadsheet Proficiency

Analytical Skills

Communication

Team Collaboration

Education

Electrical/E&I Estimating

Construction-Related Education

Tools

Excel

Word

Estimate Software

Vista by Viewpoint

Job description

ISC Constructors, LLC is seeking an Electrical & Instrumentation Estimator to join our Preconstruction team. You will develop competitive estimates and proposals for industrial construction projects, performing takeoffs, pricing, and labor/composition analysis.

The role emphasizes growth within estimating and preconstruction, collaborating with estimators, operations, and project teams to ensure accurate, timely bids and strong technical proposals.