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$104,000.00/yr - $156,500.00/yr Direct message the job poster from Gomez Partners David Gomez has excelled in the Executive Search industry for over 40 years.
Job Summary
Performs highly complex cost estimating assignments related to building, operating, and maintaining Metro's transportation projects. Duties and Responsibilities
Prepares highly complex cost estimates and analyses for capital and professional services projects at concept, schematic, design development, and final design phases Compiles and analyzes data on all factors that influence costs, such as material, labor, equipment, and profit Evaluates cost estimate and analysis deliverables prepared by consultants for cost-containment, accuracy, uniformity, and completeness Conducts construction/project site visits gathering relevant information and determines what information to be used to produce project estimates Performs technical quality reviews of quotes, bids, change orders, value engineering reports, and claims for accuracy and completeness of stated costs Acquires and evaluates pricing documents and historical and vendor cost data for the development of cost estimates and price recommendations Accurately forecasts costs of future projects and changes to existing projects Prepares technical evaluations, cost estimating draft reports, memoranda, and letters, and presents recommendations to management Leads project specific estimating teams that are internal to Metro Estimating Oversees, trains, mentors, and guides assigned staff Communicates and implements safety rules, policies, and procedures in support of the agency's safety vision and goals; and maintains accountability for the safety performance of all assigned employees Contributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of Metro are carried out May be required to perform other related job duties Knowledge
Theories, principles, and practices of cost estimating and construction, engineering, take-off, and contract pricing Preparation of feasibility cost estimates, various design control estimates, and bid estimates Cost estimating algorithms, cost analysis, estimating methodologies, and business mathematics Engineering drawings, specifications, schedules, and contracts Construction methods for rail and transportation projects, including buildings, reinforced concrete and steel structures, equipment relating to transportation systems, rail transit guideways, highways, streets, bridges, storm drain, sewer, and water, power, and communication utilities Sources of estimating data in the construction industry, such as labor and equipment productivity rates, composition of standard crews, construction cost indexes, etc. Use of personal computers, including cost estimating software Construction software, such as Timberline and On-Screen Takeoff Applicable business software applications Skill in
Analyzing and preparing reliable, accurate, and complete cost estimates for complex capital projects Reading complex specifications, drawings, or blueprints Conducting research on pricing, escalation, manufacturing methods, and construction planning Preparing cost reports, trend analysis, and budgets Developing construction labor rates with fringe benefits, payroll taxes, and insurance Developing construction schedule and applying to construction budget Exercising sound judgment and creativity in making recommendations Analyzing situations, identifying problems, and recommending solutions Communicating effectively orally and in writing Interacting professionally with various levels of Metro employees and outside representatives Ability to
Identify and analyze complex problems and put together preliminary budget estimates Understand and develop construction sequences for different types of work projects Compile and analyze complex cost and pricing data Monitor and manage assigned workload and meet tight time constraints Think and act independently Understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, and budgets Determine strategies to achieve goals Mediate and negotiate consensus solutions Make financial decisions within a budget Provide leadership, technical guidance, and motivation to assigned staff Travel to offsite locations Read, write, speak, and understand English Special Conditions
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Metro provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Working Conditions
Typical office situation Close exposure to computer monitors and video screen Physical Effort Required
Sitting at a desk or table Operate a telephone or other telecommunications device and communicate through the medium Type and use a keyboard and mouse to perform necessary computer-based functions Communicating through speech in the English language required Minimum Qualifications
A combination of education and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Additional experience, as outlined below, may be substituted for required education on a year-for-year basis. A typical combination includes: Education
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field Experience
Six years of relevant experience or three years of relevant supervisory-level experience in cost estimating or contract pricing for major capital projects; some positions in this class may require specialized experience in area of assignment Certifications/Licenses/Special Requirements
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions Exposure to hazardous conditions during visits to construction sites Seniority level
Not Applicable Employment type
Full-time Job function
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$104,000.00/yr - $156,500.00/yr Direct message the job poster from Gomez Partners David Gomez has excelled in the Executive Search industry for over 40 years.
Job Summary
Performs highly complex cost estimating assignments related to building, operating, and maintaining Metro's transportation projects. Duties and Responsibilities
Prepares highly complex cost estimates and analyses for capital and professional services projects at concept, schematic, design development, and final design phases Compiles and analyzes data on all factors that influence costs, such as material, labor, equipment, and profit Evaluates cost estimate and analysis deliverables prepared by consultants for cost-containment, accuracy, uniformity, and completeness Conducts construction/project site visits gathering relevant information and determines what information to be used to produce project estimates Performs technical quality reviews of quotes, bids, change orders, value engineering reports, and claims for accuracy and completeness of stated costs Acquires and evaluates pricing documents and historical and vendor cost data for the development of cost estimates and price recommendations Accurately forecasts costs of future projects and changes to existing projects Prepares technical evaluations, cost estimating draft reports, memoranda, and letters, and presents recommendations to management Leads project specific estimating teams that are internal to Metro Estimating Oversees, trains, mentors, and guides assigned staff Communicates and implements safety rules, policies, and procedures in support of the agency's safety vision and goals; and maintains accountability for the safety performance of all assigned employees Contributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of Metro are carried out May be required to perform other related job duties Knowledge
Theories, principles, and practices of cost estimating and construction, engineering, take-off, and contract pricing Preparation of feasibility cost estimates, various design control estimates, and bid estimates Cost estimating algorithms, cost analysis, estimating methodologies, and business mathematics Engineering drawings, specifications, schedules, and contracts Construction methods for rail and transportation projects, including buildings, reinforced concrete and steel structures, equipment relating to transportation systems, rail transit guideways, highways, streets, bridges, storm drain, sewer, and water, power, and communication utilities Sources of estimating data in the construction industry, such as labor and equipment productivity rates, composition of standard crews, construction cost indexes, etc. Use of personal computers, including cost estimating software Construction software, such as Timberline and On-Screen Takeoff Applicable business software applications Skill in
Analyzing and preparing reliable, accurate, and complete cost estimates for complex capital projects Reading complex specifications, drawings, or blueprints Conducting research on pricing, escalation, manufacturing methods, and construction planning Preparing cost reports, trend analysis, and budgets Developing construction labor rates with fringe benefits, payroll taxes, and insurance Developing construction schedule and applying to construction budget Exercising sound judgment and creativity in making recommendations Analyzing situations, identifying problems, and recommending solutions Communicating effectively orally and in writing Interacting professionally with various levels of Metro employees and outside representatives Ability to
Identify and analyze complex problems and put together preliminary budget estimates Understand and develop construction sequences for different types of work projects Compile and analyze complex cost and pricing data Monitor and manage assigned workload and meet tight time constraints Think and act independently Understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, and budgets Determine strategies to achieve goals Mediate and negotiate consensus solutions Make financial decisions within a budget Provide leadership, technical guidance, and motivation to assigned staff Travel to offsite locations Read, write, speak, and understand English Special Conditions
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Metro provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Working Conditions
Typical office situation Close exposure to computer monitors and video screen Physical Effort Required
Sitting at a desk or table Operate a telephone or other telecommunications device and communicate through the medium Type and use a keyboard and mouse to perform necessary computer-based functions Communicating through speech in the English language required Minimum Qualifications
A combination of education and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Additional experience, as outlined below, may be substituted for required education on a year-for-year basis. A typical combination includes: Education
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field Experience
Six years of relevant experience or three years of relevant supervisory-level experience in cost estimating or contract pricing for major capital projects; some positions in this class may require specialized experience in area of assignment Certifications/Licenses/Special Requirements
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions Exposure to hazardous conditions during visits to construction sites Seniority level
Not Applicable Employment type
Full-time Job function
Management and Manufacturing Industries Staffing and Recruiting Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Gomez Partners by 2x Inferred from the description for this job
Medical insurance Vision insurance Pension plan Paid maternity leave Get notified about new Cost Estimator jobs in
Los Angeles, CA . Long Beach, CA $71,400 - $105,000 2 weeks ago Roofing Estimator (100% Fully Remote!)-$120K+
Los Angeles, CA $120,000 - $170,000 1 hour ago Glendale, CA $95,500 - $128,000 1 week ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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