Senior Construction Cost Estimator (Public Projects)

The Greenridge Group; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Sick Leave

Holidays

401(k)

Education Support

Referral Bonus

Extra Paid Leave

Equipment

Cell Phone Stipend

Job summary

The Greenridge Group in Los Angeles is seeking an experienced Construction Project Estimator to prepare and validate cost estimates for building and infrastructure projects, review contractor and designer estimates, analyze change orders, and develop independent cost assessments to support negotiations and project delivery.

The position offers a salary range of $160K–$200K per year dependent on qualifications and experience, with a comprehensive benefits package and competitive industry terms.

Qualifications

• 8-15 years of full-time professional experience in construction cost estimating for facilities or school building construction projects
• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management
• Knowledge of current local construction labor and material costs
• Experience in developing and estimating the scope of work for change orders
• Ability to develop scope of work based on RFI/RFC answers and estimates the detailed costs of those scopes of work
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

• Generate initial and comprehensive detailed cost estimates for designated projects to assist the Project/Construction Manager in developing a negotiating strategy
• Compile estimates for change orders to aid Management in formulating their negotiating stance
• Assist in price negotiations and conduct analyses of claims
• Prepare construction cost estimates based on provided drawings, specifications, and sketches
• Assess the validity of contractor claims and proposals
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management

Job description

The Greenridge Group in Los Angeles is seeking an experienced Construction Project Estimator to prepare and validate cost estimates for building and infrastructure projects, review contractor and designer estimates, analyze change orders, and develop independent cost assessments to support negotiations and project delivery.

The position offers a salary range of $160K–$200K per year dependent on qualifications and experience, with a comprehensive benefits package and competitive industry terms.