The Tsui Group · 23 hours ago
Project Cost Estimator
The Tsui Group is seeking a qualified and experienced Project Cost Estimator for educational facility construction projects. The role involves preparing detailed cost estimates, supporting price negotiations, and reviewing contractor claims for a large educational client within Los Angeles County.
ArchitectureConstructionProject Management
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
Qualification
Required
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
Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor's degree, preferably in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management
Benefits
Medical, Vision, & Dental - 100% covered for the employee
Life and Disability Insurance
10.5 days of Vacation pay (Accrued)
6 days of Sick pay (Available Immediately)
13 days of Holiday pay
3% Employer Contribution 401k (After 1 year of service)
Monthly Stipend for Cell Phone
Laptop for work purposes