Senior Estimator - Baton Rouge, LA

Turner Industries Group is looking to hire a Senior Estimator for work in Baton Rouge, LA. The Salary Sr. Estimator prepares complete estimates and bid proposals for large and/or complex project(s) and determines project plans and specifications.

Functional Requirements:

• Preparing estimates and bid proposals for large and/or complex projects

• Effectively lead a team of estimators, quantity surveyors, and other personnel on large and/or complex projects

• Evaluate bid packages and verify all documents have been properly transmitted by the client

• Work with the Estimating/Proposals Coordinator to establish client proposal requirements and develop a responsibility matrix

• Issue fabrication and subcontractor bid packages

• Attend pre-bid meetings

• Make a site visit to understand logistics and identify obstructions and/or hindrances

• Conduct and/or coordinate labor and material take-offs

• Assign labor units to the quantity take-off

• Send material to BOQ for pricing

• Incorporate client addendum into the estimate

• Develop a bar chart schedule for estimating purposes and submittal to the client

• Receive and evaluate material, fabrication and subcontractor quotes

• Establish overall estimate costs (Estimate Summary Sheets)

• Meet with management to review the estimate and make necessary changes

• Create proposal documents for client submission

• Ensure the proposal is transmitted to the client on time with all required documents

• Attend post-bid meetings

• Follow-up with client requests after proposal submittal

• If awarded the project, engage in the estimating turnover process with the construction department

• Perform additional assignments per supervisor's direction

Qualification Standards:

• Junior College or Trade / Vocational Training

• Associate or bachelor's degree in construction management/estimating

• Minimum four (4) to five (5) years of field experience and/or education in construction management

• Excellent communication skills

• Knowledge of all aspects of cost estimation and budgeting protocols

• Familiar with estimating/budgeting computer software

• Good leadership and mentoring skills

• Post-offer drug/alcohol screen and physical evaluation

• Applicant/employee must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others at the workplace

Physical Involvement:

May be required to do the following: climbing ladders, scaffolds, structures, etc. above and below ground level; maintaining balance on ladders, scaffolds, structures, etc.; reaching in all directions; handling and manipulating objects and materials; coordinating the movements of eyes, hands and fingers to operate tools and equipment; carrying objects, tools, equipment, etc.; standing / sitting; walking; pushing; pulling; bending; kneeling; crouching/squatting; seeing with or without correction; hearing with or without correction; wearing respirator and other PPE; typing / data entry; stepstool use

Mental Involvement:

May be required to do the following: follow set procedures and standards; follow oral/or written directions; knowledge of federal, state and company standards and regulations; ability to read and write; ability to recognize and report safety hazards etc.; applying basic mathematical skills; planning work and selecting proper tools; comparing and understanding differences in the size, shape and form of lines, figures and objects; picturing and evaluating solid objects from drawing or diagrams using standards that can be measured or checked; ability to communicate with others effectively; ability to work in a team and get along with others; ability to learn new tasks; remember processes, maintain focus, and complete tasks; ability to remain calm under pressure; manage time and expectations across multiple projects; ensure that work is done in a consistent manner and in compliance with directions

Work Environment Factors:

• Location: office environment and/or industrial maintenance and construction sites

• Mobility Barriers to Access Job Site: uneven ground level; obstructed pathways

• Climatic/Environmental Conditions at Job Site: predominately indoor climate; various noise levels caused by tools, machinery, equipment, etc.

Turner Industries is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability and/or protected veteran status in accordance with governing law.

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