Senior Industrial Estimator - Lead Project Cost & Risk

US Fusion; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

PALA Group, Inc. in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking an experienced Estimator with a strong background in industrial construction to develop complete and accurate project estimates from initial review to final bid.

The role requires reviewing drawings, coordinating vendor pricing, identifying risks, mentoring junior estimators, and working closely with operations and clients to ensure competitive, well-documented proposals.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in estimating, project management, field, or related industrial construction experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of industrial construction means and methods.
• Ability to read and understand drawings, specifications, and bid documents.
• Experience developing labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor pricing.
• Strong Excel and estimating software skills.
• Good organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings, specifications, bid documents, and project requirements.
• Prepare detailed labor, material, equipment, subcontractor, and indirect cost estimates.
• Perform and review quantity takeoffs.
• Develop and issue RFQs to vendors and subcontractors.
• Review vendor and subcontractor proposals for scope and completeness.
• Identify scope gaps, project risks, constructability concerns, and schedule impacts.
• Plan and manage assigned estimates through completion.
• Prepare estimates for internal review and clearly explain pricing assumptions and risks.
• Assist with proposal preparation and final bid submissions.
• Participate in project turnover meetings for awarded work.
• Support and mentor less experienced estimators when needed.
• Use historical information and lessons learned to improve future estimates.
• Take ownership of assigned estimates and understand the complete project scope.
• Plan work around bid deadlines and communicate concerns early.
• Maintain organized and accurate estimate documentation.
• Be prepared for estimate reviews with quantities, pricing, risks, and outstanding items clearly identified.
• Manage multiple estimates and priorities without requiring constant follow up.
• Work effectively with operations and other departments to develop realistic execution plans.
• Provide leadership and support to the estimating team.

Skills

Industrial construction estimating

Reading drawings

Independent work

Communication

Organizational skills

Tools

Excel

Estimating software

Job description

PALA Group, Inc. in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking an experienced Estimator with a strong background in industrial construction to develop complete and accurate project estimates from initial review to final bid.

The role requires reviewing drawings, coordinating vendor pricing, identifying risks, mentoring junior estimators, and working closely with operations and clients to ensure competitive, well-documented proposals.