Electrical & Instrumentation Preconstruction Estimator

ISC Constructors, L.L.C.; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ISC Constructors, L.L.C. is seeking a Preconstruction Estimator in Baton Rouge to develop accurate and competitive estimates for electrical and instrumentation construction opportunities.

You will review drawings, specifications, and contract documents, perform quantity takeoffs, price labor and materials, and support bid reviews and proposal development. This role requires strong analytical skills, proficiency in Excel/Word, and the ability to use estimating software.

Qualifications

• Experience or education related to construction, electrical/instrumentation, engineering, estimating, or a related field.
• Working knowledge of electrical and/or instrumentation construction.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and scopes of work.
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Ability to learn and effectively use construction estimating and takeoff software.
• Strong organization, communication, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple estimates and deadlines in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings, specifications, scopes, and contract documents to understand project requirements.
• Perform electrical and instrumentation quantity takeoffs.
• Develop labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor pricing for estimates.
• Prepare and evaluate vendor and subcontractor quotations.
• Support bid reviews, estimate development, proposals, and scope evaluations.
• Prepare estimates for electrical systems including power, controls, grounding, lighting, cabling, and instrumentation.
• Identify scope gaps, discrepancies, project risks, and opportunities that may affect pricing.
• Support proposal development and estimate handoff to project teams.
• Maintain accurate estimating documentation and participate in continuous improvement of estimating processes.

Skills

Construction estimating

Electrical/instrumentation

Reading drawings & specs

Analytical skills

Excel & Word

Estimating software

Organization & communication

Team collaboration

Education

Construction/Engineering degree

Tools

Vista by Viewpoint

Job description

ISC Constructors, L.L.C. is seeking a Preconstruction Estimator in Baton Rouge to develop accurate and competitive estimates for electrical and instrumentation construction opportunities.

You will review drawings, specifications, and contract documents, perform quantity takeoffs, price labor and materials, and support bid reviews and proposal development. This role requires strong analytical skills, proficiency in Excel/Word, and the ability to use estimating software.