Junior Estimator

Moore Industries•Baton Rouge, LA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

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.