Senior Construction Estimator – Bid Strategy & Cost Insight

Landis Construction LLC; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Landis Construction LLC is seeking an estimator to perform quantity takeoffs and develop detailed estimates in alignment with our long‑term goals. The role requires collaboration with architects, engineers, and subs to ensure accurate pricing throughout the bid process.

Responsibilities include evaluating bid documents, supporting design phase cost input, and participating in value engineering while maintaining high standards of quality and timeliness in a standard office environment.

Qualifications

• Fundamental construction knowledge required.
• Experience with estimating and bid development preferred.
• Strong understanding of construction documents and specs desired.

Responsibilities

• Perform quantity takeoffs and create detailed estimates and pricing.
• Check bid documents for inconsistencies and clarify with architect/engineer.
• Coordinate with subs and vendors to develop a rapport for accurate pricing.
• Prepare bid packages to facilitate pricing and delivery.
• Participate in bid strategy and ensure subcontractor coverage.
• Manage project cost input during design phase and support value engineering.

Skills

Fundamental construction knowledge

Education

Degree of Higher Education

Previous industry related estimating experience

Job description

Landis Construction LLC is seeking an estimator to perform quantity takeoffs and develop detailed estimates in alignment with our long‑term goals. The role requires collaboration with architects, engineers, and subs to ensure accurate pricing throughout the bid process.

Responsibilities include evaluating bid documents, supporting design phase cost input, and participating in value engineering while maintaining high standards of quality and timeliness in a standard office environment.