Estimator- Aviation Construction (Anticipated Opening)

Turner & Townsend; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management firm in Los Angeles is seeking mid-level to senior Construction Estimators for large-scale aviation projects. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and 5-7 years of experience in construction cost management roles. Responsibilities include developing cost estimates, managing support staff, and presenting cost plans. This full-time position offers a salary ranging from $130K to $175K annually, depending on experience, and promotes a healthy, flexible work environment with opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of relevant experience in construction cost management.
• Experience in roles like Cost Manager, Quantity Surveyor, or Estimator.
• Knowledge of value management and value engineering.

Responsibilities

• Develop cost plans and estimates from concept to design.
• Deliver and present updated cost plans at design milestones.
• Manage work of support staff and review design changes.

Skills

Communication skills

Cost estimating

Team management

Analytical skills

Construction industry knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field

Job description

• Full-time

Company Description

Founded in 1952 and formerly known as Heery International Inc., the firm operates throughout the United States as part of Turner & Townsend. It specializes in project and program management for public sector organizations, with industry-leading experts in corporate, cultural, healthcare, justice, sports, K-12 education, higher education, aviation and government facilities.

Recognized for service excellence by a broad spectrum of professional organizations and industry publications, the talented multidisciplinary team at Turner & Townsend Heery exceeds client expectations — adding value, best practice and expertise at every turn. The team's unique client‑centric culture is integrated into each project and reflects a passion for the built environment and staying true to the client’s vision.

Job Description

Turner & Townsend Heeryis seeking to engageConstruction Estimators,mid level to seniortalentfor upcoming large scale aviation construction projects. The ideal candidate will be a great communicator with a strong track record of providing accurate estimating services.

Responsibilities:

• Developing cost plans and estimates from concept through detailed design across multiple geographic regions; with internal and external staff.
• Delivering and presenting updated cost plans at appropriate design milestones.
• Experience in providing program‑level estimates for specific scopes of work
• Coordinate, manage, and supervise the work of support staff.
• Reviewing proposed design changes/new technologies and preparing estimates within appropriate accuracy levels.
• Help drive cost model trends by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing cost information from completed projects.
• Assess cost effectiveness of alternate products and value engineering ideas at a program level.
• Support training to Development and external Estimating teams on new project estimating tools/templates.
• Support preparation of leadership presentations for the client’s Preconstruction and Estimating team.
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering or field related to construction.
• Minimum 5-7 years of relevant experience
• Experience in a construction cost management role such as Cost Manager, Quantity Surveyor, Estimator, Cost Engineer, Project Engineer, Project Cost Controls etc.
• Experience providing conceptual estimating services and/or pre‑construction services at a construction management or related firm.
• Experience supporting large scale construction projects and programs
• Good knowledge of construction industry technical matters, such as value management and value engineering.

Additional Information

*On‑site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs*

The salary range for this full‑time role is $130K-$175K per year. Ranges are determined by role and level and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range is a reflection of base salary only, not of a total compensation package. Please note Turner & Townsend reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on candidate’s experience and qualifications.

Qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with LA County ordinance and CA law.

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.

We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work‑life balance.

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Please find out more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com/ and https://www.heery.com/

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