Estimator Jobs in Louisiana
Estimator jobs in Louisiana are open across Baton Rouge, West Monroe, and Denham Springs and other Louisiana metros, with employers like Caliber Collision, Pye-Barker Fire & Safety, and Andritz hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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What You'll Be Doing
Job Scope: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Primary responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
- Under administrative guidance, plans and executes the Project Controls requirements for projects.
- Experience with FEL (Front End Loading) process, funding document development and capital planning.
- Preparation of Financial Reporting (Accruals, Asset Additions, Project Closures, Cashflow Forecast, etc...).
- Ability to track/trend/manage capital portfolio list (basis of Plaquemine 5 Year Capital Plan).
- Ability to establish cost tracking from SAP and monitor progress.
- Preparation of various project estimates - OOM (Order of Magnitude) through Funding Grade.
- Ability to issue SAP purchase requisitions.
- Serves as project controls representative on medium and large projects.
- Analyzes variances in cost and schedule performance against the plan and communicates the reason for the variance and proposed mitigation plans to Project Management.
- Interprets contract conditions to ensure compliance.
- Develops and delivers training programs in Project Controls systems and methods.
- Familiar with the functionality of automated accounting and cost management systems.
- Prepares Project Reporting and assists in Project Review.
- Performs economic evaluations and other special studies, as required.
- Maintains knowledge of safety policies and procedures and perform assigned duties in a safe manner and has responsibility for the safety of those being supervised and ensure they comply with established safety policies and procedures and practice safe work habits.
- Confirms close out requirements, prepares closeout documents/procedures.
- Determines historical data requirements and inputs into historical data system.
Ideal Background
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Construction Science, Building Science or related field is highly preferred.
Certification: AACE International or Project Management Institute (PMI) certification is preferred.
Experience: This position requires 10 or more years of relevant industrial experience in planning, scheduling, cost control and estimating.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge and application of company business standards and good practices.
- Extreme attention to detail.
- Possesses a comprehensive understanding of the function of all engineering disciplines.
- Understanding of existing and potential customer deliverable expectations and preferences.
- Ability to set priorities.
- Ability to effectively discuss and correspond with engineering disciplines and/or contractors to ascertain and understand pertinent information concerning schedules, scopes of work, estimates and/or project costs.
- Coaching and mentoring skills and experience.
- Excellent listening and communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Excellent presentation skills.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Knowledge of other disciplines deliverable development to ensure coordination of efforts.
- Knowledge and understanding of schedule constraints and information requirements for the production of all project controls deliverables.
- Ability to develop a construction cost estimate, a detailed engineering schedule and a man-hour budget for a small project or an area for a larger project.
- Ability to determine construction material quantities.
- Experienced in estimating and scheduling professional service hours and assessing the progress and quality of project controls work. Ability to accurately estimate completion of assigned tasks.
- Proficient in the use of Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project scheduling software and Timberline Estimating software.
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time.
Hargrove Culture
We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a “team mentality” so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. We know that each person on our team contributes to the success of our company by pairing expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe.
Our safety culture protects and promotes the well-being of every person who works with us and every person touched by our work.
As a 100% Teammate owned company, we proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible Teammates.
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
Hargrove is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, sexual identity, marital or family status), disability, military service or obligations, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Hargrove is a drug-free workplace.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
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Estimator Job Market in Louisiana
A snapshot from current Louisiana openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Caliber Collision2

- Pye-Barker Fire & Safety2

- Andritz1

- Glass America1

- Hargrove Engineers + Constructors1

Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate2
- Consulting & Professional Services2
- Automotive1
- Energy1
- Manufacturing1
What Louisiana Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in estimator jobs across Louisiana.
- Proficiency in takeoff and estimating software such as Bluebeam, PlanSwift, or Timberline
- Experience reading and interpreting construction drawings, blueprints, and specifications
- Two to five years of estimating experience in a relevant sector such as construction or manufacturing
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience
- Certification such as Certified Professional Estimator (CPE) or LEED accreditation preferred
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel for cost modeling, bid summaries, and variance analysis
Estimator Jobs in Louisiana: Frequently Asked Questions
How many estimator jobs are there in Louisiana?
There are 8+ estimator openings in Louisiana on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Baton Rouge, West Monroe, and Denham Springs. New positions post regularly as employers across Louisiana hire.
How much do estimators make in Louisiana?
Estimators in Louisiana earn a median of about $77,030 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $43,840 for the lowest 10% to over $125,050 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Louisiana cities have the most estimator jobs?
Baton Rouge, West Monroe, and Denham Springs have the most estimator openings in Louisiana right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire estimators in Louisiana?
Employers hiring estimators in Louisiana include Caliber Collision, Pye-Barker Fire & Safety, and Andritz, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote estimator jobs in Louisiana?
Yes. About 0% of estimator openings tied to Louisiana are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Louisiana metros.
How do I apply for estimator jobs in Louisiana?
You can apply to estimator jobs in Louisiana directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Louisiana location, then apply to each one that fits.
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