Estimator

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

Overview

Overview

The Estimator is responsible for the preparation of proposals including cost, technical and commercial responses. Will provide analysis of blueprints, specifications, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for products, projects, or services. Must learn and understand how to interpret safety hazards related to the work and effectively implement a construction strategy. The Estimator may be required to work in a plant operations or construction jobsite setting.

Responsibilities

*The following are intended as general illustrations of the work in this job class and are not all-inclusive for this position.

• Review and understand the bid documents published by the client
• Review data to determine material and labor requirements and prepares itemized lists
• Compute cost factors and prepare estimates used for management purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work; preparing bids; selecting vendors or subcontractors; and determining cost effectiveness
• Consult with clients, vendors, or other individuals to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues
• Interface with other individuals in the organization to obtain support and commitment to the cost estimates
• Use estimating procedures and policies
• Conduct a pre-job checklist and defines scope of work
• Coordinate disciplines amongst the estimating team
• Perform multiple types of quantity take-off
• Prepare project bid schedule
• Promote interaction with estimating team by brainstorming constructability of project, maximizing creativity, analyzing production rates, and maximizing indirect costs to reduce duration.
• Prepare technical and commercial approach to proposal cost
• Ensure contract T&Cs are reviewed by appropriate counsel for exceptions or comments.
• Assist others as needed

Qualifications

Physical: While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee may be required to:

• Remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) for extended periods during office work and meetings.
• Operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment.
• Frequently communicate and exchange accurate information in person, electronically, and during virtual or telephone meetings.

Mental: While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee may be required to:

• Direct, collaborate with, and communicate with executives, clients, and project teams.
• Interpret and apply company policies, safety protocols, and written instructions.
• Perform mathematical calculations, analyze business data, and review project estimates.
• Maintain accuracy, productivity, and attention to detail while managing competing priorities in an active office environment with frequent interruptions.
• Process, retain, and manage complex project details, contractual requirements, and client data.