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Leland Saylor Associates · 2 months ago

Cost Estimator V (Airports)

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$90/hr - $105/hr

20+ years exp

Leland Saylor Associates is a nationally recognized construction consulting firm providing expertise in estimating, scheduling, and construction management. They are seeking a Cost Estimator V to work on the LAX Terminal 5 Renovation and Reconstruction project, requiring extensive experience in aviation facilities and large civil works construction projects.

Information Technology & Services

Responsibilities

Review the proposal and assist with the determination of merit

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 the 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

Eﬀective oral and written communication skills

Qualification

Cost Estimating Certification20+ years estimating experienceAviation facilities experienceLarge-scale estimating softwareProgressive Design Build knowledgeComplex estimate reconciliationsEstimating databases proficiencyMicrosoft Office SuiteEffective communication skillsTeam management skills

Required

20+ years of cost estimating experience directly related to both engineering and construction projects

Certifications required, may include PMP, PE, and/or any other relevant Professional Licensure or Certification

Required to have certified estimating professional credentials, such as a Certified Professional Estimator

Previous experience with public airport projects is a must

Demonstrated experience with complex estimate reconciliations and change order negotiations

Previous experience with Terminal renovations

Demonstrated proficiency estimating formats, including Uniformat II

Proficient with industry estimating databases and other estimating data sources, e.g. RS Means, Lee Saylor, Trade Services, Equipment Watch, Richardsons, etc

Proficient with large-scale estimating software

Experience with On-screen Take-off is highly desirable

Microsoft Office Suite

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field is required