Estimator (2 Openings)
Location: Kenner, LA (Primarily Office-Based)
Base Salary: $90,000 - $135,000+ (depending on experience) plus annual bonus
Are you an experienced Electrical Estimator looking to join a well-established industry leader with a strong backlog of large-scale industrial construction projects? Our client, one of the nation's leading electrical and instrumentation contractors and a subsidiary of a publicly traded Fortune 500 organization, is seeking two Sr. Estimators to join their growing team in Kenner, Louisiana. This is an excellent opportunity to work on complex industrial projects ranging from $40M to $500M across multiple markets including oil & gas, petrochemical, midstream, renewable energy, and infrastructure. Why Consider This Opportunity?✅ Work for a nationally recognized contractor with decades of industry success✅ Large-scale industrial projects ranging from $40M to $500M✅ Stable, long-tenured leadership team✅ Collaborative estimating department with 8-12 estimators✅ Competitive compensation, bonus potential, and excellent benefits✅ Minimal travel requirements
Position Overview:
The Estimator will play a critical role in developing accurate cost estimates for large industrial electrical construction projects. This position requires strong technical estimating skills, the ability to interpret drawings and specifications, and experience supporting projects from preconstruction through change management.
Key Responsibilities:- Perform quantity takeoffs and material takeoffs from construction drawings and specifications
- Review project documents and develop detailed cost estimates
- Analyze scope changes and prepare pricing for change orders
- Provide labor-hour and cost information to engineering, planning, and scheduling teams
- Support project change management from initiation through completion
- Evaluate project risks and opportunities during bid preparation
- Assist with purchasing and project tracking initiatives after award
- Deliver accurate estimates while working within aggressive bid schedules
- Ensure compliance with company procedures and estimating standards
Required Qualifications:- Minimum 3-5 years of electrical estimating experience, with 5+ years preferred
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
- Experience with estimating software required
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and WordStrong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Self-starter with strong communication and teamwork abilities
Preferred Qualifications:- Experience using McCormick estimating software
- Candidates with Accubid or similar estimating platforms will also be considered
- Industrial construction experience in: Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Refining, Midstream, Energy Infrastructure
- Field electrical construction experience
- Renewable energy or data center project experience is a major plus
- Work Environment
- Office-based position located in Kenner, LATypical schedule: 40-50 hours per week
- Monday-Friday, generally 8:00 AM-5:00 PMFlexible start/end times with approximately 30 minutes of scheduling flexibility
- Travel is minimal and typically limited to 1-2 trips per year
Compensation & Benefits
Base Salary: $90,000 - $135,000+ (depending on experience)
Annual Performance Bonus
Benefits Include:- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)401(k) with Company Match
- Comprehensive Benefits Package
Additional Information:- Background Check Required
- Drug Screen Required
- Immediate Hiring NeedTwo openings available
If you're interested in joining a highly respected industrial electrical contractor with a strong project pipeline and long-term career growth potential, we'd love to hear from you.
