Senior Project Cost Estimator

Struction Solutions•Los Angeles, CA

About The Position

Duties: · Leads, manages, and contributes to the preparation of comprehensive construction cost estimates for buildings and infrastructure based on project drawings, specifications, and outlines. · Develops and evaluates cost estimates, forms, and supporting materials required for securing State and federal grants, including school aid programs, while representing the District in related funding discussions. · Reviews and verifies the accuracy and completeness of construction cost estimates submitted by architects and engineers, comparing them with internal District estimates. · Collaborates with architects and engineers to reconcile discrepancies between external and District cost estimates, negotiating agreements on preliminary project cost projections. · Conducts analyses and prepares detailed reports when contractor bids significantly deviate from agreed construction cost estimates. · Examines contractors' cost breakdowns for contract work, recommending acceptance or rejection as a basis for progress payments. · Evaluates and approves or rejects submitted change orders for ongoing construction projects, including additional charges or credits. · Creates and reviews cost estimates for various construction projects to ensure accuracy and alignment with project objectives. · Establishes and oversees procedures for approving building project plans and specifications and managing their submission for public bidding. · Develops and maintains systems for tracking and analyzing data through records, charts, and graphs, comparing estimated construction costs with actual expenditures. · Organizes and participates in seminars and workshops for staff and minority contractors to provide guidance on bidding procedures, contracts, and cost estimation for school construction projects. · Prepares cost assessments for damage to District property caused by incidents such as fires, natural disasters, or vandalism. · Establishes and monitors project budgets for school building initiatives. · Provides assistance and consultation to other branches on related functions and responsibilities. · Prepares preliminary and final independent cost estimates to support negotiations with designers or contractors for PM/CM teams. · Generates change order cost estimates to assist Owner Authorized Representatives in negotiation processes. · Offers expertise during pricing negotiations for construction projects. · Develops analyses and cost estimates for claims and disputes. · Reviews contractors' claims and proposals for validity, ensuring accountability and alignment with project terms. · Performs additional responsibilities as required.

Requirements

Minimum of 10 years of full-time, professional experience in preparing comprehensive cost estimates for Type I, II, III, and V building construction, as defined by the State building code.
At least 2 years of experience in a supervisory or leadership capacity.
In-depth knowledge of current local construction labor and material costs.
Proven expertise in developing and estimating scopes of work for change orders with accuracy and efficiency.
Ability to compare independent cost estimates with contractor proposals to identify and resolve discrepancies swiftly.
Skilled in interpreting RFI/RFC responses to define scopes of work and independently estimate associated costs.
Strong oral and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members, contractors, and stakeholders
Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management from an accredited college or university.

Responsibilities

Leads, manages, and contributes to the preparation of comprehensive construction cost estimates for buildings and infrastructure.
Develops and evaluates cost estimates for securing State and federal grants.
Reviews and verifies the accuracy of construction cost estimates submitted by architects and engineers.
Collaborates with architects and engineers to reconcile discrepancies in cost estimates.
Conducts analyses and prepares reports on contractor bids.
Examines contractors' cost breakdowns for contract work.
Evaluates and approves or rejects change orders for construction projects.
Creates and reviews cost estimates for various construction projects.
Establishes and oversees procedures for approving building project plans and specifications.
Develops and maintains systems for tracking and analyzing data.
Organizes and participates in seminars and workshops.
Prepares cost assessments for damage to District property.
Establishes and monitors project budgets for school building initiatives.
Provides assistance and consultation to other branches.
Prepares independent cost estimates to support negotiations.
Generates change order cost estimates.
Offers expertise during pricing negotiations.
Develops analyses and cost estimates for claims and disputes.
Reviews contractors' claims and proposals for validity.
Performs additional responsibilities as required.