Cost Estimator III

APSI Construction Management; El Segundo (CA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in construction management is seeking a highly skilled estimator to join their team. This role involves preparing independent cost estimates, leading negotiations, and collaborating across departments to ensure project success. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in engineering and construction estimating, with a strong focus on detail and accuracy. This position offers a hybrid work schedule, allowing for flexibility while contributing to significant projects in the aviation sector. If you are a self-starter with excellent communication skills and a results-oriented mindset, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of estimating experience in engineering and construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction processes and industry practices.
• Experience managing a team of estimators.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Independent Cost Estimates for projects during planning and construction.
• Lead negotiation meetings with contractors and subcontractors.
• Analyze bids from vendors and contractors to align with estimates.

Skills

Estimating Experience

Negotiation Skills

Construction Knowledge

Communication Skills

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

On-Screen Takeoffs

Bluebeam

Prolog

Job description

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Project: Airside

Client: Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA)

Salary: $150,000 - $160,000 per year plus benefits.

This position offers a hybrid/telework schedule: Telework on Monday and Friday; Onsite on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.

Responsibilities:

1. Prepare Independent Cost Estimates to support projects during planning, design, and construction.
2. Review and prepare final Engineer’s estimates considering Phasing, Airport Operations, Shift, Resources, Time Constraints, and Badging impacts.
3. Develop detailed and independent cost estimates from conceptual info and engineering drawings.
4. Prepare detailed estimates including labor hours, material costs, and equipment costs.
5. Provide constructability reports to identify deficiencies and assist in developing credible cost budgets.
6. Reconcile independent estimates with third-party estimates and communicate findings.
7. Analyze bids from vendors, contractors, and subcontractors to align with estimates.
8. Identify factors influencing the cost of work and necessary field equipment.
9. Present estimates to management and stakeholders.
10. Lead negotiation meetings with contractors and subcontractors.
11. Review material take-offs from planning documents or drawings.
12. Break down components and elements of estimates for systems and subsystems.
13. Evaluate and document historical cost data for future estimates.
14. Review contract documents and modifications for scope and cost adjustments.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• 10+ years of estimating experience in engineering and construction projects.
• Experience managing a team of estimators.
• Proven experience with complex estimate reconciliations and negotiations.
• Ability to obtain independent estimates from vendors and contractors for comparison and negotiation.
• Strong knowledge of construction processes and industry practices.
• Self-starter with results-oriented attitude.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to collaborate across departments and work in a team environment.
• Detail-oriented, highly organized, and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience working with agencies like FAA, LADBS, LADWP, etc.

Element-Specific Requirements:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience with On-Screen Takeoffs and Bluebeam.
• Knowledge of Prolog and other Project Management Systems is preferred.