Lead Project Cost Estimator

ZipRecruiter; Cerritos (CA); On-site; USD 171,000 - 191,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Project Cost Estimator to oversee a talented team in the preparation of comprehensive construction cost estimates. This role involves collaborating with architects and engineers to ensure accuracy and completeness of estimates, while also providing critical support in negotiations and budget establishment for school building projects. Join a forward-thinking firm dedicated to delivering innovative solutions and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including fully covered health insurance and a 401(K) plan. If you're ready to make a significant impact in the construction industry, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

100% paid Health, Vision, and Dental insurance

401(K)

Paid Holidays

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Vacation

Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Qualifications

• 15 years of experience in cost estimation for major building projects.
• Extensive knowledge of local construction costs and change orders.

Responsibilities

• Leads a team of estimators and supervises daily assignments.
• Prepares and reviews construction cost estimates and reports.

Skills

Cost Estimation

Supervisory Skills

Construction Knowledge

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management

Job description

Position Title: Lead Project Cost Estimator

Salary Range: $171,000 - $191,000

Location: Onsite (Los Angeles, CA)

Type: Full-Time

Duties:

• Leads and supervises a team of Estimators, including designating daily assignments.
• Plans and participates in the preparation of construction cost estimates of buildings or other structures from drawings, outlines, and specifications.
• Prepares and reviews cost estimates and forms and other materials submitted to secure State and/or federal grants and loans from school aid programs and represents the district on matters pertinent to securing such funds.
• Checks construction cost estimates submitted by commissioned architects and engineers for accuracy and completeness and compares them with District estimates.
• Confers with commissioned architects and engineers to resolve discrepancies in their cost estimates and District estimates for each project and negotiates agreements on preliminary estimates of construction costs.
• Makes studies and prepares reports when contractors' bids vary widely from the agreed construction cost estimate.
• Checks segregations of contract costs as estimated by building contractors and recommends acceptance or rejection as a basis for progress payments.
• Analyzes change orders on construction work under contract and approves or rejects extras or credits submitted.
• Prepares or reviews cost estimates for projects.
• Establishes and maintains procedures for approval of plans and specifications for building projects and submission of approved projects to public bidding.
• Develops methods for maintaining data used in records, charts, and graphs reflecting estimated construction costs compared with actual costs.
• Conducts and participates in seminars and workshops with staff and minority contractors relative to school construction bidding procedures, contracts, and cost estimating.
• Estimates costs of damages to District property caused by fire, natural disaster, and major acts of vandalism.
• Establishes budgets for school building projects.
• Assists other branches with related functions.
• Prepares preliminary and final independent cost estimates of projects for comparison with designer or contractor for PM/CM to establish negotiating position.
• Prepares change order estimates for Owner Authorized Representatives to establish negotiating position.
• Provides support in price negotiations.
• Prepares claim analyses and estimates.
• Reviews contractor's claims and proposals for merit and accountability.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements
Required Experience:

• 15 years full-time paid professional experience in the preparation of complete cost estimates for major/complex type I, II, or III, and V building construction as defined by the State building codes, including three years in a supervisory capacity.
• Extensive knowledge and experience in developing conceptual and preconstruction cost estimates for complex school building projects.
• Ability to prepare cost estimates quickly in a fast-paced working environment.
• Knowledge of current local construction labor and material costs.
• Extensive experience in developing and estimating the scope of work for change orders.
• Ability to compare the independent cost estimate with contractor proposal to quickly identify discrepancies.
• Ability to develop scope of work based on RFI/RFC answers and estimates the detailed costs of those scopes of work independent of the contractor proposal.
• Good oral and written communications skills.

Required Education:

• Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering or Construction Management.

Please note, if you move forward in the submission process, you will be asked to provide the following:

1. Most updated resume
2. Certifications or Licenses obtained
3. 3-4 Professional References
4. Project List with values, dates, and company of any projects worked

O2EPCM is an award-winning firm that provides Professional, Technical, Consulting and Management Services in the Planning, Design, Engineering and Construction Industry to Local, State, Federal Government Agencies, Utility Companies and Private Clients. We provide full-service Professional Services – Program Management, Project Management, Construction Management, Project Controls, Staff Augmentation, Claims Management, QA/QC, Safety Management, Building Information Modeling (BIM), SWPPP Management, Labor Compliance, 3rd Party Coordination, Inspection, Drafting and Planning/Design/Architectural/Engineering Support. Our staff consists of experienced Engineers, Architects, LEED Professionals, and other Certified Professionals.

O2EPCM, Inc. is dedicated to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions for a variety of projects. We are seeking professionals to join our O2EPCM family and team in the planning, execution, and successful completion of various types of projects.

Employee Benefits:

• 100% paid base coverage for Health, Vision, and Dental insurance
• 401(K)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick
• Paid Vacation
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

O2EPCM, Inc. https://o2epcm.com/