Senior Cost Estimator & Project Controls Leader

Kaiser Permanente; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Pasadena, California, seeks a Senior Cost Manager, Cost Estimating. You will lead planning for estimating, budgeting, and project controls across complex construction programs, developing conceptual and detailed cost models, and guiding feasibility for maintenance and renovation works.

You will mentor teams, drive standards in estimating methods, manage vendor relationships, ensure regulatory compliance, and integrate data-driven metrics to improve project outcomes across

Qualifications

• Minimum four (4) years of experience with contractors.
• Minimum eleven (11) years of experience in cost estimating or a directly related field.
• Minimum three (3) years of experience in a leadership role with or without direct reports.
• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Architecture Construction Management, Finance, Law, or related field AND minimum six (6) years of experience in construction management or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Promotes learning by guiding cross-functional teams and mentoring junior members.
• Leads and oversees cost estimation and budgeting for complex projects.
• Develops work plans, coordinates resources, and ensures delivery against deadlines.
• Manages vendor relationships and performance metrics across projects.
• Ensures compliance with safety, regulatory, and industry standards.

Skills

Cost Estimation

Construction Finance

Construction Industry

Engineering

Architecture

Management

Leadership

Procurement

Contract Administration

Financial Planning

Performance Metrics

Risk Management

Project Leadership

Quality Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Architecture/Construction Management/Finance/Law

Job description

Kaiser Permanente in Pasadena, California, seeks a Senior Cost Manager, Cost Estimating. You will lead planning for estimating, budgeting, and project controls across complex construction programs, developing conceptual and detailed cost models, and guiding feasibility for maintenance and renovation works.

You will mentor teams, drive standards in estimating methods, manage vendor relationships, ensure regulatory compliance, and integrate data-driven metrics to improve project outcomes across