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PMCS Group, Inc.

Senior Estimator (Work Location: Los Angeles, CA)

PMCS Group, Inc., Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204

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Cost Estimator

(Work Location: Los Angeles, CA)

Key Responsibilities

Develop conceptual and detailed estimates for various scopes of work

Direct and manage other estimators/estimating teams as needed; Train subordinate estimating personnel as needed

Review construction and design cost proposals and change order requests – assist with the determination of merit

Review the labor rates and markups to ensure conformance to the contract specifications

Review quantities and labor productivity to ensure fair and reasonable representation of scope

Review material pricing and validate against R.S. Means for other pricing references

Review contract documents and contract modifications to determine scope of work and equitable cost allowance for scope changes

Establish basis of the owner’s acceptance or rejection of proposals and develop records of negotiation

Reconcile contractor, internal and third-party estimates

Proactively establish a routine reporting cycle that clearly communicates when an estimate changes and why

Accumulate, evaluate and document historical cost data for the development of future estimates

Provide coordination and liaison with project management personnel and other estimating resources throughout the estimate development

Provide accuracy, reliability and completeness in all work products

May assume other duties as required/needed

Maybe required to work past regular work shift if needed

Maybe required to work various shifts as needed

Qualifications

Twenty (20) years of general estimating experience

Self-starter attitude with results-oriented focus

Demonstrates a proactive, firm and respectful approach to estimate reconciliation efforts and change order processing

Demonstrated experience with complex estimate reconciliations and change order negotiations

Effective oral and written communication skills

Hardware/Software Knowledge

Demonstrated proficiency in various estimating formats

Proficient with industry estimating software, databases, sources, and tools

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

Education / Training

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field to estimating profession

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Other

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting

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