Senior Estimator

Hill International; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Senior Estimator to join their team in Los Angeles. This role involves leading a cost estimating team and managing the development of independent cost estimates for heavy civil projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in estimating, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams. This position offers a competitive salary range and the opportunity to work on significant rail and transit projects, making a meaningful impact in the construction industry. If you are passionate about civil engineering and have a proven track record, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 15 years experience in estimating heavy civil engineering projects.
• Experience working for a contractor is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead a cost estimating team for CM/GC contractor projects.
• Coordinate estimating formats and develop a framework for estimating.
• Plan and participate in negotiations regarding contract pricing.

Skills

Estimating heavy civil engineering projects

Negotiation skills

Organizational skills

Team building skills

Understanding of CM/GC delivery models

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management

Job description

Hill International is seeking a Sr. Estimator in Los Angeles, California

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related field.
• Previous experience on rail / transit heavy civil projects.
• Approximately fifteen (15) years' experience in estimating heavy civil engineering projects of similar size and complexity.
• Experience working for a contractor is preferred.
• Experience on design-bid-build; experience with CM/GC or CMAR delivery models.
• Experience leading negotiations for heavy civil contracts.
• Possess organizational, technical and team building skills to manage and coordinate multidisciplinary teams.
• Must be willing to work onsite at client office in Downtown Los Angeles 5 days a week.

The salary range for this position is $150,000-$200,000. The offered salary will be based on the applicants qualifications, education, experience and work location.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a cost estimating team to actively manage the development of independent cost estimate for the CM/GC contractor(s) and overall cost of the project.
• Coordinate with the CM/GC contractor(s) to establish estimating formats, understand risks, evaluate alternative phasing, means and methods and develop a coordinated framework for estimating.
• Review estimates from CM/GC contractor(s) and collaborate with contractor(s) to identify, understand and resolve variances.
• Develop reports and recommendations regarding CM/GC pricing, cost and schedule mitigation strategies and risk management options.
• Plan, organize and participate in negotiations with CM/GC contractor(s) regarding task orders, early work packages and/or guaranteed maximum price/lump sum total contract pricing.