Estimator Support & Bid Coordinator

Cajun Industries, LLC; Baton Rouge, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Cajun Industries, LLC in Baton Rouge, LA, seeks an Assistant Estimator to process the original RFP, verify completeness, organize file structures, and print required resources for the Estimator. This role supports bidding activities and coordinates with subs and vendors, helping to relieve Estimators of clerical tasks.

You may perform simple quantity take-off for bid purposes and assist in proposal preparation and delivery.

Qualifications

• Physical: 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.

Responsibilities

• Read and route incoming mail
• Compose and type routine correspondence
• Organize and maintain file system, and file correspondence and other records
• Make copies of correspondence or other printed materials
• Prepare outgoing mail and correspondence, including e-mail and faxes
• Order Plans for Bidding
• Procure Bid Bond
• Review insurance before bidding
• Check on permits and sales tax
• Update future bid list
• Prepare weekly bid schedule
• Make phone calls to vendors and subcontractors for current projects
• Prepare bid forms
• Prepare Call Books / Price Books
• Copy plans and specifications and bind for bidding
• Routinely communicate with others inside and outside of the company
• Assist other craft workers as needed

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Office software

Job description

Cajun Industries, LLC in Baton Rouge, LA, seeks an Assistant Estimator to process the original RFP, verify completeness, organize file structures, and print required resources for the Estimator. This role supports bidding activities and coordinates with subs and vendors, helping to relieve Estimators of clerical tasks.

You may perform simple quantity take-off for bid purposes and assist in proposal preparation and delivery.