Now hiring for a Project Manage/ Estimator
Location: Ruston, LA
Salary: $75,000.00 – $100,000.00 per year (depending on experience and qualifications.)
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-5:00 pm
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager/Estimator with a strong background in Electrical and/or HVAC construction. This is a hands-on position for someone who understands the construction process from the initial estimate and proposal all the way through project completion.
The Project Manager/Estimator will be responsible for estimating projects, coordinating labor and materials, managing schedules and budgets, working with customers and vendors, and overseeing field activities to make sure each job is completed safely, correctly, on time, and within budget.
The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, technically knowledgeable, and comfortable managing multiple projects at once. Previous Electrical and/or HVAC estimating and project management experience is required.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare detailed estimates for Electrical and HVAC construction projects, including labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and other project costs
- Review blueprints, drawings, specifications, schematics, and scope-of-work documents to determine project requirements
- Develop project proposals, budgets, schedules, and material requirements
- Manage projects from initial planning and estimating through final completion
- Coordinate technicians, field crews, subcontractors, contractors, vendors, and customers
- Schedule labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors to keep projects moving efficiently
- Monitor project costs and progress to ensure jobs remain on schedule and within budget
- Track changes in project scope and assist with pricing and documentation for change orders
- Conduct jobsite visits to monitor progress, workmanship, safety, and project requirements
- Inspect Electrical and HVAC installations and equipment for proper operation, quality, and code compliance
- Identify potential project issues early and develop practical solutions to prevent delays or unnecessary costs
- Troubleshoot installation, scheduling, equipment, material, and field-related issues
- Maintain accurate project documentation, including work orders, estimates, material records, schedules, purchase information, and project updates
- Communicate regularly with customers regarding project schedules, progress, changes, and completion
- Work closely with vendors to obtain pricing, order materials, and coordinate deliveries
- Ensure required materials and equipment are available when needed
- Support field technicians with technical questions and installation concerns
- Help train and guide field personnel on proper installation, maintenance, safety, and quality expectations
- Maintain strong communication between the office, field teams, customers, vendors, and subcontractors
- Ensure projects comply with applicable safety requirements, construction standards, specifications, and codes
- Assist with project closeout, punch-list items, final documentation, and customer follow-up
- Manage multiple active projects and priorities while maintaining attention to detail
Qualifications & Skills
Experience is a MUST for this position.
We are looking for someone with:
- Proven experience in Electrical and/or HVAC construction estimating
- Previous project management, estimating, or construction coordination experience
- Strong understanding of Electrical and/or HVAC systems and installation practices
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, drawings, specifications, and construction documents
- Experience creating estimates, budgets, material takeoffs, and project schedules
- Knowledge of construction jobsite operations and safety requirements
- Strong understanding of project costs, labor requirements, materials, and scheduling
- Ability to coordinate field crews, subcontractors, vendors, and customers
- Strong computer skills and ability to maintain detailed electronic project records
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills
- Strong communication and customer-service skills
- Ability to solve problems quickly and make sound decisions in a fast-paced construction environment
- Ability to manage several projects and deadlines at the same time
- Dependable, self-motivated, and able to work with limited supervision
- Strong attention to detail and follow-through
- Team-oriented attitude with the ability to work effectively with both office and field personnel
What We’re Looking For
This position would be a great fit for an experienced Electrical/HVAC Project Manager, Construction Estimator, Electrical Estimator, HVAC Estimator, or Project Coordinator who is ready to take ownership of projects.
We need someone who can look at a job and understand what it will take to complete it, what it should cost, what materials and manpower are needed, and how to keep the project moving once it hits the field.
This is not an entry-level position. Candidates should have real-world construction experience and be comfortable communicating with customers, technicians, subcontractors, and vendors.
Benefits
- 401(k) with 3% match
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off