What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Estimator position at Sage Construction, LLC?
Build Your Career with Sage Construction
Sage Construction is a growing South Louisiana contractor performing a wide range of commercial, industrial, civil, utility, structural, and general construction work.
We are looking for someone who is hungry to learn, willing to work hard, and interested in building a long-term career in construction estimating.
Previous estimating experience is helpful, but it is not required. We are willing to train the right person who has construction knowledge, strong work habits, and the ability to learn.
What You’ll Do
- Review construction plans, specifications, and bid documents
- Perform material and quantity takeoffs
- Obtain pricing from vendors and subcontractors
- Help prepare project estimates and proposals
- Attend pre-bid meetings and occasional site visits
- Assist with bid preparation, scope review, and subcontractor comparisons
- Work with project managers and field personnel to understand construction methods and costs
- Learn Sage Construction’s estimating process from experienced team members
- Help identify risks, opportunities, and potential cost savings
Who We’re Looking For
We value attitude, effort, and dependability as much as experience.
The ideal candidate is:
- Hungry to learn
- Hardworking and self-motivated
- Detail-oriented
- Honest and dependable
- Organized
- Comfortable working with numbers
- Able to read plans or willing to learn
- Comfortable using computers, Microsoft Excel, and construction software
- Able to communicate clearly with vendors, subcontractors, and coworkers
- Interested in growing with the company
Helpful Experience
Experience in any of the following is a plus, but not required:
- General construction
- Commercial construction
- Industrial construction
- Civil construction
- Utilities
- Concrete
- Structural steel
- Carpentry
- Mechanical or plumbing construction
- Field supervision
- Project management
- Assistant project management
- Construction management
- Civil engineering
Recent graduates and experienced construction professionals are encouraged to apply.
Pay: $65,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Fuel reimbursement
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
- Commercial construction: 1 year (Preferred)
- Construction: 2 years (Preferred)
- Construction estimating: 3 years (Preferred)
- Heavy construction: 2 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Belle Rose, LA 70341 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $65,000 - $140,000