Lead Project Cost Estimator

Element Consulting, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Cost Estimator to lead a talented team in the preparation and review of construction cost estimates for complex projects. This role involves supervising estimators, ensuring accuracy in cost assessments, and collaborating with architects and engineers to negotiate project costs. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in the construction industry and a strong understanding of cost estimation processes. Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to innovative solutions and make a significant impact on construction projects that shape communities.

Qualifications

• 15 years of experience in cost estimation for complex building projects.
• Extensive knowledge of labor and material costs in construction.

Responsibilities

• Leads a team of estimators and oversees construction cost estimates.
• Prepares and reviews cost estimates for securing grants and loans.

Skills

Cost Estimation

Supervisory Skills

Knowledge of Construction Codes

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management

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Job Responsibilities

• 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 differences 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
• 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 differences
• 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

Salary based on education and experience $175K-$195K annually

Why Choose Element Consulting?

Element Consulting is a construction management company dedicated to providing clients with responsible and innovative solutions to their project needs, from inception to completion. Based out of El Segundo, CA, the firm offers program, project, and construction management services. We invite you to join us in 'Bringing the Right Elements Together for Our Clients' Success.'

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Internet Publishing