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Cost Estimator

JLL
Oakland, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/21/2026 CLOSED ON 2/18/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cost Estimator position at JLL?

Job Description Summary

Provide project cost estimates for development of capital plan budgets and detailed budgets for project funding requests

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

    • Support the development and recommendations of cost estimates for projects in the account/Client Real Estate multi-year capital plan
    • Review capital plan annually and adjust budget estimates based on market conditions and other factors that impact costs
    • Review, develop, track, and update detailed cost estimates and budgets during project development and design for inclusion in project funding packages
    • Interact and collaborate with various internal and external clients, stakeholders, internal service providers, project managers, and vendors during development of ROM and detailed budgets
    • Function as SME and consultant assisting with cost monitoring, solutioning, value engineering, vendor proposal and bid evaluation, and closeout reconciliation
    • Compare budget costs to benchmark pricing information, analyze quantities, and scope items
    • Support in developing and maintaining project historical cost benchmark for various project types
    • Prioritize requests to meet or exceed the Client’s expectations
    • Provide superior client service through objective recommendations
    • Enhance overall cost controls service delivery by increasing efficiency and improving processes
    • Enhance own professional and personal skills

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