Lead Estimator: Cost & Proposals

Cajun Industries, LLC; Baton Rouge (LA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Cajun Industries, LLC in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking a Lead Estimator to prepare proposals including cost, technical and commercial responses for complex mechanical and petrochemical projects.

The role involves leading conceptual and schematic estimates, reviewing bid documents, and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure accurate, competitive bids. Travel may be required, and the ideal candidate will mentor support estimators and drive constructability reviews.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience in mechanical estimating, preferably within petrochemical, oil and gas markets.
• Strong understanding of design-build and integrated project delivery methods.
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively with management/supervision.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Detail-oriented; must be able to remember, examine, and observe details.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of conceptual and schematic cost estimates for engineering, construction, and integrated delivery projects.
• Review bid documents published by the client.
• Review data to determine material and labor requirements and prepares itemized lists.
• Utilize historical data, quantity take-offs, unit pricing, and systems/line count methodologies.
• 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.
• 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
• Present cost models and estimates to internal teams and clients, ensuring transparency and trust

Skills

Mechanical estimating

Communication with management

Independent and collaborative work

Tools

Sage Estimating

Job description

Cajun Industries, LLC in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking a Lead Estimator to prepare proposals including cost, technical and commercial responses for complex mechanical and petrochemical projects.

The role involves leading conceptual and schematic estimates, reviewing bid documents, and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure accurate, competitive bids. Travel may be required, and the ideal candidate will mentor support estimators and drive constructability reviews.