Estimator

Structural Preservation Systems•Lake Charles, LA

13h•Onsite

About The Position

STRUCTURAL integrates technology-driven solutions with specialty contracting services to improve, protect, and enhance the existing infrastructure of owners directly, and in partnership with designers and contractors. STRUCTURAL offers a wide range of specialty repair and maintenance services and is the largest concrete repair contractor in the United States, with roughly 2,500 employees working from locations nationwide and in select international markets. STRUCTURAL is the open-shop contracting business line of Structural Group. We are currently recruiting for an Estimator to be based in our Baton Rouge office. As an Estimator for STRUCTURAL, you will be responsible for estimating complex self-performed construction projects that make our nation’s structures stronger and last longer. Projects typically consist of concrete repair, masonry restoration, waterproofing, structural strengthening, fireproofing, etc.

Requirements

3-12 years of construction estimating experience, ideally in a related industry involving concrete repair projects
Demonstrated ability to work with a team to estimate projects of moderate complexity up to $10 Million
Prior experience to estimate up to 5 projects directly and up to 5 estimates indirectly as a mentor
Ability to evaluate, quantify and capture specification requirements within the estimate
Prior experience working with terms & conditions in construction contracts
A strong understanding of the Industrial construction market, including current market prices and clients (i.e.: engineers, architects, property managers and owners)
Demonstrated construction math and computer skills including Microsoft Excel and / or construction estimating software.
Must also be able to demonstrate the ability to read blueprints

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Construction Management (desired not required)
Previous experience maintaining client relationships while performing light business development

Responsibilities

Preparing estimates by calculating various statistical data such as quantity take-offs, material price lists, labor costs per man-hour, equipment costs and applying to complete scope of work
Defining and quantifying scope of work and preparing comprehensive conceptual, budgetary, and construction cost estimates for projects
Reviewing / researching historical data and compiling summary reports to develop guidelines and precedence for future estimates
Maintaining involvement in uncovering sales opportunities with prospective and existing customers