Project Cost Estimator

The Greenridge Group•Los Angeles, CA

7d•$175,000 - $185,000

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 Project Cost Estimator to prepare detailed independent cost estimates for construction projects and change orders, review contractor proposals and claims, and support price negotiations. This role is well suited for experienced estimators with a strong understanding of construction costs, scopes of work, and public-sector project delivery. Salary Range: $175K-$185K/Year - Dependent on Candidate's Qualifications

Requirements

Minimum 7 years of professional construction cost estimating experience, preferably on facilities or school construction projects.
Strong knowledge of local labor and material costs.
Extensive experience estimating change order scopes of work.
Ability to analyze and compare contractor proposals against independent estimates.
Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Prepare preliminary and final independent detailed cost estimates for JOC and formal construction contracts.
Support price negotiations related to change orders and contractor proposals.
Prepare claim analyses and cost estimates.
Develop detailed construction cost estimates based on drawings, specifications, sketches, quantities, and square footage.
Review contractor claims and proposals for accuracy, scope alignment, and cost accountability.
Compare independent cost estimates against contractor proposals to identify variances.
Develop scopes of work based on RFI/RFC responses and estimate associated costs independent of contractor input.
Perform related estimating and cost analysis duties as assigned.

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 - well above the average of 5-6 days offered by most firms
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