Estimator - Materials jobs in Lafayette, LA

Overview

Acadian Contractors, Inc. continues to grow!

ABOUT USAcadian Contractors is located in Abbeville, Louisiana on the Vermillion River. We opened our doors in 1973 and have grown to become one of the busiest, most in-demand, accurate and stable companies in the industry. 

We pride ourselves on treating all of our employees with respect, rewarding those who live up to expectations and providing the safest workplace and the highest standards when it comes to tools, technology and equipment. We've since expanded to work all sectors of the Energy and Construction Industry with offices in Texas, multiple locations in Louisiana, and now Florida. From Gas Distribution to Aerospace and Subsea Fabrication, there isn't a project or job our world class execution team can't complete!!

GREAT BENEFITS!Health Insurance  – Dental – Vision - 401k Match - Paid Time Off – Life – Short & Long Term Disability – Safety Incentive Program (Behavioral Based Safety Observations) - Internal Training Opportunities

SECOND TO NONE SAFETY RECORDOur commitment to safety is passionate and not just lip service to make a press release sound pretty…Safety is a Top Priority at Acadian Contractors, Inc.

OPPORTUNITY FOR ADVANCEMENTWith Multiple Divisions and geographical locations, we have the ability to promote and train from within as well as develop employees into many different roles!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Responsibilities

• Prepare timely and accurate cost estimates and spend schedules (equipment/material/soft costs) for various phases of project scoping, project feasibility, preliminary scope, and budget quality.
• Assist in the preparation of project schedules based on cost estimates.
• Research current market data for accurate estimation of construction, material, equipment, and soft costs associated with project.
• Assist with cost estimates for project evaluation and bidding.
• Provide cost estimate adjustments and options throughout project life based on evolving conditions.
• Track actual costs relative to estimates and bids as projects progress.
• Assist in preparation of project budgeting and forecasting.
• Research and establish cost data base for estimating and project cost monitoring.
• Communicate with numerous internal groups as well as suppliers and third parties.
• Support development of project estimates sheets
• Provide regular reports and on as-needed basis.
• Provide project team timely information regarding areas that require increased project control to avoid over-expenditures and or time delays.

Qualifications

• Previous experience overseeing the planning, design, fabrication, and installation of steel structures for various projects.
• Skilled with material / quantity take-offs from ISO drawings
• Working knowledge of oil & gas construction operations, construction, pipeline, marine operations OSHA 501 – Construction
• Must have strong organizational and communication skills both verbal and written and demonstrate the ability to interact with people at all levels of the organization
• Must demonstrate the ability to handle simultaneous assignments with frequent interruptions and deliver proven results.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Requires understanding of engineering, design drawings, and project management.