Estimator

The Lemoine Company•Baton Rouge, LA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

LEMOINE is seeking a CDBG-DR Estimator to support its Florida disaster recovery team. Working alongside inspectors and construction managers in the Tampa Bay area, the Estimator supports construction scoping and cost estimation for CDBG-DR housing recovery programs serving Hillsborough, Pinellas, and surrounding counties. The role helps ensure cost documentation is accurate, program-compliant, and ready to support construction delivery and federal compliance across Florida programs. The Estimator prepares residential repair estimates and scopes of work, participates in property inspections, reviews contractor bids and change orders, and maintains complete estimate files. The role also supports specialized repair scoping, audit readiness, production tracking, and coordination with construction and program staff. Travel throughout the Tampa Bay area and across Florida may be required as program needs dictate. A valid driver’s license is required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
2–3 years of experience in construction estimating, residential construction, or a related field.
Proficiency with Xactimate, desktop and/or mobile, for residential construction estimating.
Working knowledge of residential construction trades, including roofing, framing, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and general repair across all phases.
Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy, including the ability to prepare and review complete, audit-ready cost documentation.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage a high-volume caseload of property estimates simultaneously.
Strong written and verbal communication skills for coordination with inspectors, contractors, and program staff.
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to scattered residential sites within the assigned market area.
Ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the position, including frequently sitting, standing, walking, using hands, reaching, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling, and occasionally lifting or moving up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
Experience with CDBG-DR or federally funded programs.
Familiarity with HUD CDBG-DR housing program requirements, Green Building Standards, and federal cost eligibility standards.
Experience with program management or document control platforms.

Responsibilities

Prepare detailed Xactimate-based cost estimates and scopes of work for residential properties enrolled in CDBG-DR housing recovery programs.
Conduct or participate in property inspections to gather measurements, document existing conditions, photograph damage, and identify eligible repair items.
Ensure estimates are accurate, complete, program-compliant, and aligned with CDBG-DR eligibility requirements and approved cost schedules.
Review and reconcile general contractor bids and proposals against Xactimate estimates or site-specific requirements; document variances and share recommendations with the Construction Manager.
Process contractor change order requests, prepare revised estimates, and provide supporting documentation for program review and approval.
Maintain organized, complete estimate files, including field notes, photographs, Xactimate reports, and change order documentation.
Coordinate with Construction Inspectors and the Deputy Construction Manager to align field findings with estimate scopes and resolve discrepancies.
Assist with scope development for home elevation, structural repairs, hazard mitigation measures, and Green Building Standards improvements.
Ensure cost documentation meets federal standards and is prepared for HUD monitoring and OIG review.
Track estimate production volume and completion timelines and provide progress updates to the team.
Adhere to and promote LEMOINE's LIFE Safe Work Practices.
Travel to residential sites throughout the Tampa Bay area and across Florida as program needs require.