• You'll prepare Independent Cost Estimates (ICE) during planning, design, and construction phases.
• You'll review and finalize Engineer’s estimates, considering project constraints such as phasing, operations, and scheduling impacts.
• You'll develop detailed cost estimates from conceptual plans or engineering drawings, including labor, materials, and equipment.
• You'll generate Constructability Reports to identify design deficiencies and support realistic budgeting.
• You'll reconcile ICEs with third-party estimates through collaborative discussions and communicate outcomes.
• You'll analyze contractor and subcontractor bids to align with internal cost projections.
• You'll identify production cost influencers and required field equipment for accurate estimating.
• You'll present estimates to stakeholders and lead negotiation meetings with contractors.
• You'll prepare material take-offs and detailed cost breakdowns for systems and subsystems.
• You'll maintain historical cost data to support future estimate development.
• You'll review contracts and modifications to determine fair cost allowances for scope changes.
• You'll lead and support change order negotiations, including weekly reviews of contractor change notices.
• You'll ensure contractual compliance and fair pricing through technical review, benchmarking, and negotiation documentation.
• Onsite at client site: The work location for this role is onsite with our clients and partners to enable delivery and cultivate our client relationships.

$208,000 - $228,800 a year

HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

• 20 years or more of general estimating experience directly related to both engineering and construction projects
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field
• Certified estimating professional credential required
• 20+ years of experience working with outside agencies i.e., FAA, General Services division, LADBS, LADWP, etc

BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVE:

• A master’s degree is strongly preferred
• Demonstrated experience with complex estimate reconciliations and change order negotiations
• Demonstrated experience in getting independent estimates from vendors/contractors as check estimates against contractor proposal estimated costs and negotiations
• Comprehensive knowledge of construction-related processes, as well as a thorough knowledge of industry practices
• Self-starter attitude with proved results-oriented focus
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Must possess the ability to effectively interact with various departments to maintain open lines of communication
• Comfortable operating in a team-oriented, collaborative work environment
• Produce accurate and timely results while maintaining a customer service attitude
• Must be detail oriented and highly organized
• Demonstrated experience working on multiple projects at the same time

Los Angeles, CA

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