Estimator

Jobtailor; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Pasadena, CA is seeking a cost estimator for moderately complex construction projects from concept through final pricing. You will work with cross-functional teams to prepare detailed estimates and identify cost-saving opportunities.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 4–6 years in estimating, cost analysis, or project controls. You will analyze drawings, market trends, and vendor pricing to develop data-driven recommendations for project leaders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field and 4–6 years in estimating, cost analysis, project controls, or related field.
• Experience with reviewing drawings and contract documents to identify scope, risks and cost-saving opportunities.
• Ability to coordinate with cross-functional teams to assemble bid packages and provide bidder instructions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed and accurate project cost estimates from concept through final pricing.
• Extract production data for planning, scope alignment, and integration across DPR family of companies.
• Review project drawings, specifications, and contract documents to identify scope, risks, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Coordinate with Precon Coordinators, PMs, engineers, and procurement to assemble bid packages and provide bidder clarifications.
• Analyze market trends, vendor pricing, and historical data for estimate development and risk assessment.
• Contribute to value engineering by analyzing cost impacts and proposing alternative materials or methods.
• Support estimate reviews by organizing assumptions, qualifications, and clarifications.
• Present data-driven recommendations to project leaders and stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and knowledge sharing across the team

Skills

Project Cost Estimation

Risk Assessment

Value Engineering

Cost Analysis

Project Controls

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, related field, or equivalent experience

Job description

Prepare detailed and accurate project cost estimates for moderately complex projects from concept through final pricing
Extract production data for planning, scope alignment, and integration of DPR family of companies
Review project drawings, specifications, and contract documents to identify scope, risks, and cost-saving opportunities
Coordinate with Precon Coordinators, project managers, engineers, and procurement teams to assemble comprehensive bid packages and provide bidder instructions and clarifications
Analyze market trends, vendor pricing, and historical data for estimate development and risk assessment
Contribute to value engineering by analyzing cost impacts and proposing alternative materials, methods, or solutions
Support estimate reviews and documentation by organizing assumptions, qualifications, and clarifications
Present clear, data-driven recommendations to project leaders and stakeholders
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and knowledge sharing across the team

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, a related field, or equivalent experience required
• 4-6 years of experience in estimating, cost analysis, project controls, or a related field required
• None required for certifications and licenses

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in project cost estimation, risk assessment, and value engineering within the construction industry. Proficient in collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver accurate bid packages and data-driven recommendations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Project Cost Estimation
• Risk Assessment
• Value Engineering
• Cost Analysis
• Project Controls

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Cost Estimation
• Data Analysis
• Scope Alignment
• Market Trend Analysis
• Bid Package Development
• Contract Document Review
• Production Data Extraction
• Cost-Saving Opportunities Identification
• Assumption Organization
• Qualifications Clarification

Soft Skills

• Collaboration
• Communication
• Continuous Improvement
• Knowledge Sharing
• Presentation Skills

Industry Keywords

• Construction Management
• Engineering
• Architecture
• Project Management
• Vendor Pricing
• Historical Data Analysis
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Project Drawings Review
• Procurement Coordination
• Alternative Solutions Proposal