Construction Project Estimator at Moore Industries – Baton Rouge, La., Louisiana

Construction Project Estimator
Location: Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Employment Type: Full-Time

About Moore Industries:
Moore Industries is a 40-year industrial contractor delivering civil, industrial buildings, industrial HVAC, and facility maintenance services. In recent years, the company has been growing rapidly, strengthening its leadership, expanding geographically, and increasing self-perform capabilities across multiple disciplines. This growth is creating meaningful opportunities for talented professionals who want to grow, improve, and lead with purpose.
What You’ll Do:
As a Construction Project Estimator, you’ll play a key role in our preconstruction efforts by producing accurate, strategic, and timely estimates. You’ll work closely with clients, engineers, subcontractors, and internal teams to evaluate project requirements and deliver competitive proposals that win work and set our project teams up for success.
Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and proposal documents for bids utilizing estimating processes and software.
• Develop and submit all bid/proposal deliverables including but not limited to execution plans, technical approach narratives, past performance documents, project personnel resumes, etc.
• Perform labor, material, equipment, and general conditions take-offs.
• Review drawings/specifications thoroughly; develop RFIs for review by engineers, architects, and owners.
• Identify and draft comprehensive and concise bid clarifications and exclusions.
• Develop bid tabs and take all measures to ensure subcontractor and vendor proposals/quotes and comprehensive, accurate, and in compliance with contract documents.
• Create and/or manage the creation of level 2 project schedules via Primavera P6.
• Perform comparative analysis of various project delivery options, means and methods to ensure all cost and schedule efficiencies are captured in estimates.
• Analyze, develop and present value engineering options that may generate added value to clients.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, vendors, and subcontractors
• Lead estimate reviews, mentor junior staff, and help improve standard estimating protocols.
• Prioritize incoming bid opportunities using internal systems; develop subcontractor RFP packages and solicit pricing from subcontractors and vendors.

What You Bring:
Required:

• 5+ years of experience in preconstruction or estimating (public works, private-industrial, or both)
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office; ability to learn new software quickly
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Solid knowledge of construction codes, safety regulations, and standard practices
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Must pass a background check and drug screening

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Engineering, or related field
• Experience developing federal/public estimates/proposals
• Experience estimating civil and mechanical/HVAC work packages
• 5 plus years of experience in Civil and/or Mechanical Estimating
• Experience developing full-scope proposals, including clarifications and exclusions
• Active TWIC credential
• Proficiency in tools such as:
  • Sage Timberline
  • On-Screen Takeoff
  • Pipeline Suites
  • Primavera P6
  • Bluebeam

Benefits:

• 401(k) with company match
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Career development support and training

Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re a motivated Construction Estimator looking for the next step in your career with a company that values purpose, passion, and perseverance, we’d love to hear from you. Achieve More. Be Moore.