Estimator
- $90,000 - $150,000
- New Orleans, LA
Family Values. Big Projects. Endless Growth.
A bit about us:
We are a leading mechanical construction and service provider with a long-standing reputation for excellence. Built on a foundation of family values, performance, and community commitment, we deliver innovative mechanical solutions across a variety of markets. Our focus is on building lasting relationships through exceptional work and reinvesting in the communities where we live and work.
Why join us?
+ Be part of a growing, community-focused organization with 75+ years of industry success
+ Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
+ Opportunities for career growth and professional development
+ Collaborative team environment where your voice matters
+ Strong focus on employee well-being, safety, and inclusion
+ Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
+ Opportunities for career growth and professional development
+ Collaborative team environment where your voice matters
+ Strong focus on employee well-being, safety, and inclusion
Job Details
Responsibilities -
+ Review drawings, specifications, and RFPs to determine project scope
+ Develop detailed cost estimates and create estimate summaries
+ Monitor bid calendars and complete proposals on schedule
+ Perform and review material takeoffs for accuracy and completeness
+ Obtain pricing from vendors and subcontractors; conduct scope reviews
+ Prepare proposals, bid forms, and cost breakdowns
+ Support development of conceptual budgets from preliminary designs
+ Collaborate with sales teams on procurement strategies
+ Participate in client and engineer project scope review meetings
+ Transition awarded projects by handing off estimates to project management teams
Qualifications -
+ Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, or related field; or equivalent relevant experience
+ Strong ability to read and interpret construction documents, drawings, and specifications
+ Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with estimating software (Quickpen or similar) preferred
+ Strong analytical and mathematical skills with solid understanding of engineering and construction principles
+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills
+ Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
+ Review drawings, specifications, and RFPs to determine project scope
+ Develop detailed cost estimates and create estimate summaries
+ Monitor bid calendars and complete proposals on schedule
+ Perform and review material takeoffs for accuracy and completeness
+ Obtain pricing from vendors and subcontractors; conduct scope reviews
+ Prepare proposals, bid forms, and cost breakdowns
+ Support development of conceptual budgets from preliminary designs
+ Collaborate with sales teams on procurement strategies
+ Participate in client and engineer project scope review meetings
+ Transition awarded projects by handing off estimates to project management teams
Qualifications -
+ Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, or related field; or equivalent relevant experience
+ Strong ability to read and interpret construction documents, drawings, and specifications
+ Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with estimating software (Quickpen or similar) preferred
+ Strong analytical and mathematical skills with solid understanding of engineering and construction principles
+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills
+ Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment 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.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.