Senior Project Estimator (Req #: 6593)

PALA Interstate, LLC; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

PALA Interstate, LLC in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking a Senior Estimator to develop complete and accurate estimates, review project documents, coordinate pricing, and lead proposals from initial review through final bid.

The candidate will have strong industrial construction experience, be able to manage multiple estimates, and communicate clearly with estimating, operations, vendors, and clients.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of estimating, project management, field, or related industrial construction experience.
• 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.
• Experience with mechanical, piping, civil, structural steel, tanks, fabrication, or general industrial construction is preferred.

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.

Skills

Excel

Estimating software

Minimum 7 years experience

Reading drawings and specs

Pricing labor/materials/subcontractors

Organizational & communication skills

Multi-deadline management

Industrial construction knowledge

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Date Posted: 09/02/2026

Location: Baton Rouge, LA

Job Category: Professional Application (Pala)

Salary Interval: Full Time

Pay Range: N/A

PALA Interstate, LLC

General Description:

Senior Estimator

Position Description

This position will be responsible for developing complete and accurate estimates, reviewing project documents, coordinating vendor and subcontractor pricing, identifying project risks, and helping lead estimates from initial review through final proposal.

The candidate will have strong industrial construction experience, be able to work independently, manage multiple estimates, and communicate clearly with estimating, operations, project management, vendors, and clients.

Responsibilities

1. Review drawings, specifications, bid documents, and project requirements
2. Prepare detailed labor, material, equipment, subcontractor, and indirect cost estimates
3. Perform and review quantity takeoffs
4. Develop and issue RFQs to vendors and subcontractors
5. Review vendor and subcontractor proposals for scope and completeness
6. Identify scope gaps, project risks, constructability concerns, and schedule impacts
7. Plan and manage assigned estimates through completion
8. Prepare estimates for internal review and clearly explain pricing assumptions and risks
9. Assist with proposal preparation and final bid submissions
10. Participate in project turnover meetings for awarded work
11. Support and mentor less experienced estimators when needed
12. Use historical information and lessons learned to improve future estimates

Expectations

1. Take ownership of assigned estimates and understand the complete project scope
2. Plan work around bid deadlines and communicate concerns early
3. Maintain organized and accurate estimate documentation
4. Be prepared for estimate reviews with quantities, pricing, risks, and outstanding items clearly identified
5. Manage multiple estimates and priorities without requiring constant follow up
6. Work effectively with operations and other departments to develop realistic execution plans
7. Provide leadership and support to the estimating team

Qualifications

1. Minimum 7 years of estimating, project management, field, or related industrial construction experience preferred
2. Strong understanding of industrial construction means and methods
3. Ability to read and understand drawings, specifications, and bid documents
4. Experience developing labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor pricing
5. Strong Excel and estimating software skills
6. Good organizational and communication skills
7. Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work independently
8. Experience with mechanical, piping, civil, structural steel, tanks, fabrication, or general industrial construction is preferred

PALA Group, Inc. and its Subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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