Salary Range: $150,000 – $160,000 p/year
Location: Los Angeles, California. PMO
Due Date: September 18
Minimum Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications:
- Expert in usage of eGordian/RS Means Database for JOC (Job Order Contracting) estimating
- Knowledge and familiar with General Trades of Disciplines of Architecture, Structural, Civil, etc.
- Working knowledge and general understanding of mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) trades.
- Knowledge of CSI Master Format Divisions (mandatory) and Uniformat (optional).
- Knowledge and use of Microsoft Office including Excel.
- Knowledge and use of on-screen take-off using Bluebeam Revue
- Knowledge and use of Means Cost Estimating online system
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Position Description:
- The estimator is to report to PMO Project Controls Manager and Chief Estimator.
- Plan and participate in the preparation of construction cost estimates of buildings or other
structures from drawings, outlines, and specifications. - Prepare estimates from programming/pre design through construction change order request based on scope and building type.
- Evaluate cost estimating deliverables prepared by consultants for cost containment, accuracy,
uniformity and completeness. - Perform special studies and prepare reports when contractors’ bids vary from the agreed
construction cost estimate. - Conduct construction/project site visits gathering relevant information and determine what
information to be used to produce project estimates. - Evaluate pricing documents, historical and vendor cost data for the development of cost estimates
and price recommendations. - Evaluate quotes, bids, change orders, value engineering reports, and claims for accuracy and
completeness of states costs. - Compile and analyze data on all factors that influence costs such as material, labor, equipment and
profit. - Prepare technical evaluations, cost estimating draft report, memos and letters and present
recommendation to management. - Mediate and negotiate consensus solutions.
- Perform other related estimating duties as assigned.