Junior Estimator

Overview

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.

Position:
Junior Estimator

Location of Employment:
Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Job Type:
Full-time

• Assist the Lead Estimators in developing estimates and required proposal documents for bids/proposals in a timely manner. Confer with owner, client, engineers, subs, etc. to resolve issues and provide the most comprehensive and cost-effective estimate.
• Completely comprehend the bid documents to submit RFIs for engineer/architect/owner review in a timely manner.
• Perform labor, material, general conditions, and equipment take-offs. This includes identifying indirect and direct costs.
• Develop positive relationships with clients, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Create project schedules utilizing Primavera P6 (or Microsoft Project).
• Assess various approaches to project execution to determine the most cost effective and technically acceptable option. Develop detailed execution plans to be submitted with proposals.
• Develop procedures, protocols, and guidelines for future estimates using previous project data.
• Be able to provide value engineering options to the estimating team.
• Determine the technical aspects of the tasks to be carried out using the most efficient schedule sequence.
• Develop bid tabs through a comprehensive review of all documents, plans, and specifications.
• Attend meetings as required (i.e. client pre-bid meetings, internal estimate reviews/development, Business Unit meetings).
• Use internal processes to evaluate incoming bid opportunities and prioritize on bid calendar. Develop request for proposal (RFP) documents for subcontractors and vendors.

• At least 2 years of estimating experience required.
• Strong computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office, with the ability to quickly learn new software.
• Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and solid mathematical aptitude.
• Effective time management skills with the ability to meet strict deadlines.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, construction drawings, and specifications.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to maintain positive working relationships with project managers, subcontractors, and clients.
• Capable of managing multiple tasks and responsibilities simultaneously.
• Must successfully pass a background check and drug screening.

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Engineering, or related field.
• Experience in assisting with estimates involving disciplines such as civil, architectural, mechanical (piping, HVAC), and structural within the private-industrial and public sectors.
• Hold active TWIC credential.
• Proficiency in the following software:
  • Sage Timberline
  • On-Screen Takeoff
  • Primavera P6
  • Bluebeam
  • Plan Grid

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Ready to Make a Difference? If you’re a motivated Junior 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.