Pre-Construction / Estimating Specialist

ISC Constructors, L.L.C.; Baton Rouge (LA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Competitive wages

Job summary

ISC Constructors, L.L.C. is seeking a Pre-Construction Estimating Specialist within the Corporate Pre-Construction group in Baton Rouge.

You will work with estimators to develop complete electrical and instrumentation proposals, review specs, perform quantity surveys, establish labor units, and price materials and equipment. This role requires a bachelor’s degree, experience in E/I construction, strong Excel/Word skills, Vista by Viewpoint, and strong analytical abilities; candidates should be

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in applicable field.
• E/I Construction experience, minimum of six (6) months experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel and Word primarily).
• Proficiency in Vista by Viewpoint software.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Ability to learn quickly and stay self-motivated.
• Communicate effectively with multi-discipline ISC team members.

Responsibilities

• Review specifications and plans to develop electrical/instrumentation proposals.
• Perform quantity survey and establish labor units.
• Price labor, materials, and equipment; review vendor/subcontract quotes.
• Conduct site visits and proposal presentations.
• Assist with creation of technical proposals and contract reviews.
• Act as team lead on proposals.
• Takeoffs including grounding/lighting, power/controls, schedules, instrument electrical & mechanical.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Quick learner

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Vista by Viewpoint

Microsoft Office (Excel & Word)

Job description

Who We Are:

For over 35years, ISC has provided safe, high quality electrical, instrumentation and controls solutions to global leading industrial manufacturers. With offices in Baton Rouge, Beaumont,Houston, and Corpus Christi, Texas, as well as job sites around the country, ISC has grown our team as high as 3,000+ associates and offers full-service engineering, construction, and maintenance solutions throughout the United States.

The Position:

ISC Estimating group is currently seeking a Pre-Construction Estimating Specialist to join the Corporate Pre-Constructiongroup. The successful candidate will work alongside of other estimatorsin establishing complete electrical and instrumentation proposals for projects including review of specifications and plans, quantity survey, establishing labor units, material and equipment pricing, preparation and review of vendor and subcontract quotes, site visits, and proposal presentation.

Applicants should have:

• Bachelor’s Degree in applicable field
• E/I Construction experience, minimum of six (6) months experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel and Word primarily)
• Proficiency in Vista by Viewpoint software
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to learn quickly and stay self-motivated
• Communicate effectively with multi-discipline ISC team members

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Work with Pre-Construction Team on proposals
• Assist with preparation of OH&T sheets, evaluation of material pricing, and evaluation of subcontractors pricing and terms & conditions.
• Participate in bid reviews
• Assist with creation of technical proposals
• Assist with contract reviews
• Perform specialty electrical services takeoff
• Act as team lead on proposals
• Review contracts for risk and scope of supply
• Pre-Construction Mentor for Pre-Construction Apprentices and Interns
• Perform takeoff of:
  • Grounding and lighting
  • Power and Controls
  • Schedules (cable, instrument, etc.)
  • Instrument electrical and mechanical

Other Information:

• Excellent wages and complete benefits package.
• We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
• ISC evaluates and hires applicants for employment based exclusively upon the applicant’s merit. No applicant will ever be required to pay money (or any other form of compensation) to an ISC employee in order to be hired by or considered for employment with the Company.
• This announcement is not intended to be a complete listing of all similar, miscellaneous, or incidental, duties, which may be required from day-to-day. ISC utilizes the multi-skill concept and expects all associates to perform other job requirements.

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