Senior Estimator — Cost, Risk & Value Engineering

mydpr; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Wellness programs

Job summary

DPR Construction is seeking a Cost Estimator in Pasadena to deliver comprehensive and accurate project cost estimates from concept through final pricing. You will work with cross-functional teams to analyze market conditions, evaluate risks, and present data-driven recommendations to project leaders.

Responsibilities include preparing bid packages, reviewing drawings and specs, and identifying cost-saving opportunities through value engineering.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or related field (or equivalent).
• 4-6 years of estimating, cost analysis, project controls, or related experience.
• Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepares detailed and accurate project cost estimates for moderately complex projects.
• Extracts production data for planning and scope alignment across groups.
• Reviews drawings, specs, and contracts to identify scope, risks and opportunities for savings.
• Coordinates with preconstruction, project managers, engineers, and procurement for bid packages.
• Analyzes market trends, vendor pricing, and historical data for estimates and risk.
• Contributes to value engineering by assessing cost impacts and alternatives.

Skills

Cost estimating

Data analysis

Cross-functional

Value engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree (CM/Engineering)

Job description

DPR Construction is seeking a Cost Estimator in Pasadena to deliver comprehensive and accurate project cost estimates from concept through final pricing. You will work with cross-functional teams to analyze market conditions, evaluate risks, and present data-driven recommendations to project leaders.

Responsibilities include preparing bid packages, reviewing drawings and specs, and identifying cost-saving opportunities through value engineering.