Estimator

Gordon Incorporated; Bossier City (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

401(k)

Dental insurance

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Gordon Incorporated in Bossier City, LA, seeks an Estimator to join our pre-construction team. You will analyze plans, build accurate cost estimates, and work with Engineering, Project Management and Sales to ensure bids reflect scope and constructability.

You will use Bluebeam, ProEst, RSMeans and CAD tools to estimate labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor costs, while identifying risks and opportunities for value engineering.

Qualifications

• Degree in architecture, civil engineering, construction management, quantity surveying, or related field.
• Advanced estimating certifications are a plus.
• Proven experience as an Estimator in construction with bids of varying size.

Responsibilities

• Analyze projects by reviewing plans and specifications to understand scope and requirements.
• Bridge teams between Engineering, Project Management and Sales to align scope and budget.
• Build accurate estimates for labor, materials, equipment and subcontractors.
• Support bids with technical input, budget guidance and scope clarity.
• Collaborate with design teams to validate intent and constructability.
• Support project handoff ensuring alignment of scope, budget and schedule.
• Identify risks and build contingencies into estimates.
• Find value with cost-saving alternatives and value engineering.
• Track costs, evaluate change orders and flag variances.
• Maintain organized records of estimates and communications.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Time management

Detail oriented

Problem solving

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or related field

Tools

Bluebeam

ProEst

RSMeans

CAD tools

Job description

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Tuition assistance

We're looking for a detail-driven Estimator to join our pre-construction team. In this role, you'll be at the heart of how we win and deliver projects—analyzing plans, building accurate cost estimates, and working hand-in-hand with Engineering, Project Management, and Sales to ensure every bid reflects real-world scope, cost, and constructability. If you love digging into drawings, solving technical puzzles, and turning complexity into clear numbers, we want to hear from you.

What You'll Do

• Analyze Projects: Review architectural plans, engineering drawings, and specifications to understand scope, constructability, and technical requirements fully.
• Bridge Teams: Serve as a key liaison between Engineering, Project Management, and Sales to keep scope, budget, and client expectations aligned from pursuit through execution.
• Build Accurate Estimates: Use tools like Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, and CAD (plus manual methods) to estimate labor, materials, equipment, subcontractor costs, and more.
• Support Bids & Sales: Prepare competitive, detailed proposals and provide technical input, budget guidance, and scope clarity during client discussions.
• Collaborate on Design: Work with internal and external engineering teams to validate design intent and ensure estimates reflect current design and constructability considerations.
• Support Project Handoff: Partner with Project Managers to ensure a smooth transition from estimate to execution, keeping scope, budget, and schedule aligned.
• Manage Risk: Identify technical, financial, and execution risks, and build appropriate contingencies into estimates.
• Find Value: Collaborate with Engineering and Sales on cost-saving alternatives and value engineering opportunities that protect quality and performance.
• Track Costs: Help monitor actual costs against estimates, evaluate change orders, and flag cost variances.
• Stay Organized: Maintain clear records of estimates, assumptions, and coordination discussions, and keep communication flowing across all stakeholders.

What You Bring

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related field (advanced estimating certifications are a plus).
• Proven experience as an Estimator in construction, with a track record of estimating and bidding projects of varying size and complexity.
• Proficiency with estimating software such as Bluebeam, ProEst, RSMeans, or equivalent, plus familiarity with CAD tools.
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills, with the ability to read technical drawings and specifications accurately.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills — you can present estimates clearly and negotiate confidently with suppliers and stakeholders.
• Meticulous attention to detail and strong time management, with the ability to juggle multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Creative, resourceful problem-solving skills.

Why Join Us

You'll play a critical role in shaping how projects come to life — from the first sketch to the final bid. This is a place where your analysis directly influences the success of real projects, and where collaboration across teams is part of the job, not an afterthought.