Project Cost Estimator - Los Angeles, United States - fs3|Hodges

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    fs3|Hodges, a full-service project and construction management firm, is seeking a dedicated Project Cost Estimator for a Los Angeles-based education client on various construction projects. As a leader in quality, cost, and schedule management, fs3|Hodges works with our clients to deliver high-quality building and civil projects.

    Salary Range: $125,000 - $145,000

    Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

    Responsibilities

    • Prepares preliminary and final independent detailed cost estimates JOC/Formal Construction contracts managed by M&O to establish negotiating position as required by change order procedures
    • Provides support in price negotiations
    • Prepares claim analyses and estimates
    • Prepares detailed estimates of construction costs based on drawings, specifications and sketches, square footages, using standard estimating data and tools
    • Reviews contractor's claims and proposals for merit and accountability
    • Performs related duties as assigned

    Requirements

    • Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering or Construction Management
    • Minimum of 7 years full time paid professional experience in construction cost estimating of all divisions for facilities or school building construction projects
    • Knowledge of current local construction labor and material costs
    • Extensive experience in developing and estimating the scope of work for change orders
    • Ability to compare the independent cost estimate with contractor proposal to quickly identify differences
    • 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
    • Excellent oral and written communication skills

    Benefits

    • Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
    • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
    • Paid Vacation
    • Training & Development