Senior Estimator

Cajun Industries•St. George, LA

About The Position

Cajun is a key player in the marine construction market providing turnkey services from design and construction through mechanical completion. We service and construct numerous types of projects ranging from the lower Mississippi River and its tributaries to coastal and offshore waters. Cajun specializes in marine projects that demand intensive planning and constructability reviews, and intricate construction. We are rooted in safety and feature company-owned equipment including ocean-class barges that allow us to operate safely and in compliance with regulations when working outside of the line of demarcation. Cajun has delivered both design-build and bid-build marine projects for a wide range of clients in various industry sectors. The Senior Estimator position is accountable for the preparation of large-scale marine construction cost estimates, takeoffs, and gathering information required for project proposals. Activities of the incumbent include working closely with the project team(s) to ensure success in the bid proposal and award process. The ideal candidate in this position possesses a detailed understanding of inland marine construction of docks, terminals, breasting and mooring structures, fenders, bulkheads, bridges, navigation locks, flood protection systems, heavy concrete and steel structures, and modular construction, as well as marine equipment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management is required
8 years of estimating experience in marine construction or 12 years combined field and project estimating experience in marine construction required
Knowledge of the practical application of engineering and technology
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Strong problem solving and decision-making skills
Very high attention to detail
Strong organization and time management skills
Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential, both written and verbal
Proficiency with Excel
Provide proof of clean driving record
Must be neat in appearance and punctual
Knowledge and ability to use and comprehend advanced math and complete calculations
Work at various tempos; ability to maintain concentration amid distractions
Decision-making and problem solving skills necessary
Detail-oriented; must be able to remember, examine, and observe details

Responsibilities

Reports to the Manager of Estimating and works closely with the Senior Vice President, Senior Construction Manager, and the Management Team to help ensure success in the bid estimation process for marine construction projects.
Leads efforts to develop comprehensive plan and timetable to complete project estimates.
Consults with vendors, personnel in other business units or construction superintendents/engineers to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues
Contacts all material suppliers and subcontractors involved in a given project and solicits quotations on needed bid items
Analyzes plan documents and other data to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates
Establishes proper sequencing of construction, labor requirements, and productivity, including allowances for bad weather and other unforeseen circumstances
Reviews and analyses bid documents for items relating to project risk, cost or company capability
Confers with engineers, owners, contractors and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates
Designs, or coordinate design, of temporary structures such as shoring, false work, cofferdams, formwork, and templates
Reviews material and labor requirements to determine whether it is more cost-effective to produce or purchase components
Organizes estimates, quotations, notes, plans, and other pertinent data for final pre-bid review and leads discussion of individual bid items
Calculates a final figure for the estimated cost, supplemented by adjustments for overheads and profit, and presents a bid price
Coordinates bid closeout and final proposal preparations
Coordinates technical and commercial proposal writing, with assistance from marketing/proposal team
Travels as required to attend meetings, site visits, training, etc.
Reports status on assigned tasks and escalates any identified potential issues
Helps guiding and mentoring junior estimators
Interfaces effectively with clients
Performs additional assignments per management’s direction