Estimator

$90k - $135k

Full-time

The Premier Group

Kenner, LA

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 Word
Strong 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, LA
Typical schedule: 40-50 hours per week
Monday-Friday, generally 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Flexible 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 Need
Two 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.

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