Senior-level Estimator needed for a large, multi-site construction program. Position is based in the San Gabriel Valley (Monterey Park).

Minimum Required Qualifications:

10 years minimum recent professional experience in the preparation of complete cost estimates for type I, II, or III, and V building construction as defined by the State building code including

5 - 7 years of MEP estimating.

BS/BA Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or other related degree. Additional qualifying experience in excess to the minimum stated above may be substituted for the required education on a year for year basis.

Expert in theories, principles, and practices of cost estimating and contract pricing.

Expert in Design Build, Design Bid Build and Job Order Contracting forms of contracting.

Full knowledge of MEP systems, construction methods, and industry standards.

Ability to develop scope of work based on RFI/RFC, answers and estimates the detailed costs of those scopes of work independent of the contractor proposal.

Position Description:

Senior level estimator who specializes in Mechanical, Electrical, and Pluming (MEP) trades to report to Program Controls Manager and Lead Estimator.

Plan and participate in the preparation of construction cost estimates of buildings or other structures from drawings, outlines, and specifications.

Prepare estimates per design based on scope and building type.

Evaluate cost-estimating deliverables prepared by consultants for cost containment, accuracy, uniformity and completeness.

Prepare fair cost estimates for cost proposals from Contractors for extra work.

Perform special studies and prepare reports when contractors’ bids vary from the construction cost estimate.

Conduct construction/project site visits gathering relevant information and determine what information to be used to produce project estimates

Conduct material takeoffs and quantity surveys for MEP systems, including mechanical, electrical, and plumbing components.

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 estimates.

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, letters, and present recommendation to management.

Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and architects to identify value engineering opportunities and cost-savings measures.

Perform other related estimating duties as assigned.