Lead Construction Cost Estimator

The Greenridge Group • Los Angeles, CA

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About The Position

The Greenridge Group is a prime contractor and consulting firm specializing in Project and Construction Management for major public-sector agencies. We are seeking a Lead Project Cost Estimator to support one of the nation's largest school construction programs. (Large Educational & Public Works Projects | LAUSD) This leadership role is responsible for overseeing a team of estimators while providing expert cost estimating, change order analysis, claims review, budget development, and construction cost consulting services for large-scale educational facility projects. The successful candidate will play a critical role in establishing project budgets, supporting negotiations, and ensuring cost accountability throughout the project lifecycle.

Requirements

• Extensive experience preparing complete construction cost estimates for large and complex building construction projects
• Minimum 14 years of professional construction cost estimating experience, or equivalent senior-level estimating experience
• Previous experience supervising or leading estimating teams
• Minimum 5 years of experience working for a construction cost consulting firm
• Strong experience developing conceptual, pre-construction, and detailed estimates
• Extensive experience evaluating change orders, contractor proposals, and construction claims
• Knowledge of current California construction labor and material costs
• Excellent analytical, communication, and negotiation skills

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field
• Experience supporting K-12, higher education, public sector, healthcare, or institutional construction projects
• Experience with large capital improvement, modernization, or ground-up building programs

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of construction estimators
• Prepare and review conceptual, schematic, design development, and detailed construction cost estimates
• Develop independent cost estimates to support project budgeting and negotiations
• Review contractor proposals, change orders, claims, and cost breakdowns
• Evaluate estimates prepared by architects, engineers, and contractors
• Assist project teams with pricing negotiations and cost analysis
• Prepare change order estimates and claim evaluations
• Establish and maintain project budgets and cost controls
• Analyze construction market conditions, labor costs, and material pricing
• Support public bidding processes and construction procurement activities
• Participate in meetings, workshops, and presentations with project stakeholders

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision: 100% employer-paid monthly premiums for employees and 50% coverage for dependents under our company-sponsored plan
• Life Insurance: Company-paid coverage up to $50,000
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrues up to 80 hours per year with increased accrual based on tenure
• Sick Leave: 10 days of paid sick leave annually
• Holidays: 9 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, and a paid day off for your BIRTHDAY!!!
• 401(k): Company match up to 4% (100% of the first 3%, 50% of the next 2%)
• Education Support: Assistance with tuition, licenses, and professional certifications
• Referral Bonus: Highest employee referral program of $5,000–$10,000 depending on level of hire
• Extra Paid Leave: For jury duty, bereavement leave, and voting time for local/state/federal elections
• Client Shutdown Days: Additional paid days off when client offices are closed
• Equipment: Laptop provided as needed
• Cell Phone Stipend: $100 monthly stipend for eligible roles

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior