Construction Project Estimator

The Greenridge Group; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Sick Leave

Holidays

401(k)

Education Support

Referral Bonus

Extra Paid Leave

Equipment

Cell Phone Stipend

Job summary

The Greenridge Group in Los Angeles is seeking an experienced Construction Project Estimator to prepare and validate cost estimates for building and infrastructure projects, review contractor and designer estimates, analyze change orders, and develop independent cost assessments to support negotiations and project delivery.

The position offers a salary range of $160K–$200K per year dependent on qualifications and experience, with a comprehensive benefits package and competitive industry terms.

Qualifications

• 8-15 years of full-time professional experience in construction cost estimating for facilities or school building construction projects
• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management
• Knowledge of current local construction labor and material costs
• Experience in developing and estimating the scope of work for change orders
• Ability to develop scope of work based on RFI/RFC answers and estimates the detailed costs of those scopes of work
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

• Generate initial and comprehensive detailed cost estimates for designated projects to assist the Project/Construction Manager in developing a negotiating strategy
• Compile estimates for change orders to aid Management in formulating their negotiating stance
• Assist in price negotiations and conduct analyses of claims
• Prepare construction cost estimates based on provided drawings, specifications, and sketches
• Assess the validity of contractor claims and proposals
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management

Job description

The Greenridge Group is a prime contractor and consulting firm specializing in Project and Construction Management for major public-sector agencies.

We are seeking an experienced a Construction Project Estimator to prepare and validate cost estimates for building and infrastructure projects, including reviewing contractor and designer estimates, analyzing change orders, and developing independent cost assessments to support negotiations and project delivery.

Salary Range: $160K/Year-$200K/Year - Dependent on Candidate's Qualifications

Key Responsibilities:

• Generate initial and comprehensive detailed cost estimates for designated projects to assist the Project/Construction Manager in developing a negotiating strategy.
• Compile estimates for change orders to aid Management in formulating their negotiating stance.
• Assist in price negotiations and conduct analyses of claims.
• Prepare construction cost estimates based on provided drawings, specifications, and sketches.
• Assess the validity of contractor claims and proposals.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 8-15 years of full-time professional experience in construction cost estimating for facilities or school building construction projects
• Diploma from a recognized college/university with a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management.
• Knowledge of current local construction labor and material costs.
• Experience in developing and estimating the scope of work for change orders.
• Ability to develop scope of work based on RFI/RFC answers and estimates the detailed costs of those scopes of work.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

We offer one of the most competitive benefit packages in the industry. Our benefits provide a level of personal care and support that only Greenridge can delivery for you and your family's well-being.

• Medical, Dental & Vision:100% employer-paid monthly premiums for employees and 50% coverage for dependents under our company-sponsored plan*
• Life Insurance:Company-paid coverage up to $50,000
• Paid Time Off (PTO):Accrues up to 80 hours per year with increased accrual based on tenure
• Sick Leave:10 days of paid sick leave annually - well above the average of 5-6 days offered by most firms
• Holidays:9 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, and a paid day off for your BIRTHDAY!!!
• 401(k):Company match up to 4% (100% of the first 3%, 50% of the next 2%)
• Education Support:Assistance with tuition, licenses, and professional certifications
• Referral Bonus:Highest employee referral program of $5,000–$10,000 depending on level of hire
• Extra Paid Leave:For jury duty, bereavement leave, and voting time for local/state/federal elections
• Client Shutdown Days:Additional paid days off when client offices are closed
• Equipment:Laptop provided as needed
• Cell Phone Stipend: $100 monthly stipend for eligible roles

What Makes Greenridge the Right Choice for You?

• Be part of trusted leader in delivering impactful public sector projects.
• Play a meaningful role in shaping safe, modern, high-quality school environments.
• Join a team of experienced professionals dedicated to public infrastructure excellence.

The Greenridge Groupis an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.