Senior Estimator

We have an immediate opportunity for a Senior Estimator for the Los Angeles area. This individual will be responsible for reviewing the details of the plans, preparing the estimates, supporting the project manager and the vendors.

Duties and Responsibilities

Cost estimating, continued data analysis and make recommendations
Ability to provide technical direction as required
Prepare cost schedule
Experience preparing cost and schedule product for the proposals or contract negotiations
Perform and review methodology for quantity takeoff from design drawings
Provide detailed pricing for labor rates and other direct costs to include basis and assumption documentation denoting rationale, inclusions and exclusions
Knowledge and ability to develop analysis for project cash models and the time value of money as the cost of working capital correlating scheduled activities and costs
Support training as needed
Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or Construction Science Engineering or equivalent experience
One or more certifications desired: CPE, CCT, CEP, PSP, EVP, PMI-SP CCM, PRMP, PE
10 years or more experience as a construction estimator with significant experience on highway and bridge projects
Advance knowledge of construction estimating concepts, construction scheduling
Heavy civil and utilities experience a plus and working with large projects $100M or more
Proficiency in Bluebeam, ProEst, PlanSwif, or Sage Estimating Or HCSS
Experience working with and interpreting architectural and engineering drawing accurately
City of Los Angeles and LAWA experience desired

Excellent Benefits

Compensation based on experience

$125,000-$155,000/yr

(Sr. Estimator, Heavy Construction, Civil Engineer, Construction Management, Highway, Bridges, Utilities, Cost Estimating)