Estimator

at  Acadian Contractors Inc

ABOUT US

Acadian 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!!

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.

• 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.