RIGID Constructors is a Louisiana-based privately held construction company that started with the idea that innovation and technology are key components in providing first class construction services and developing strong client relationships. We are committed to providing safe and quality service to our client base located throughout the Gulf Coast Region of the United States.
SUMMARY
** This job will be Hybrid in Lafayette, LA, Houston, TX, or Baton Rouge, LA.
The Heavy Civil / Marine Construction Estimator will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates. The Estimator will work with our team to ensure the development of comprehensive bid take-offs that will be utilized for bid submissions.
JOB FUNCTIONS
- Prepare construction documents and coordinate with the design and management team.
- Prepare Rough Order of Magnitude and budgetary estimates when project/s are conceptual or in the preliminary design stages.
- Meet with regulatory authorities and parties as needed.
- Identify and address conflicts and discrepancies concerning bid documents before estimating or bid submission.
- Manage and maintain bid documents and estimate information throughout the estimating process.
- Maintain clean and accurate records and files.
- Formally secure firm pricing from Vendors and Subcontractors at bid time that support cost estimates.
- Ensure estimates are accurate and well organized.
- Review cost estimates with team members.
- Assist with budget preparation upon contract award.
- Review drawings and ensure accurate document preparation.
- Determine and define project scope and objectives.
- Predict resources needed to reach objectives.
SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum 6 years of experience preparing cost estimates for Heavy Civil / Marine Projects
- Proven experience with scheduling, estimating, and project controls software (Primavera P6, Heavy Bid, Heavy Job etc.)
- Expert skills in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
- Strong organizational and project management skills
- Detail oriented
- Effective communicator with multiple audiences
- Must be able to effectively collaborate internally and with outside partners
- Must be able to travel frequently for work
