Estimator IV (MEP)

CLMI Group is looking for passionate construction professionals to join our team! We value ambition, dedication, and innovation, and believe in building a network of talented individuals who share our commitment to making a difference.

Location: Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) – Program Management Office (PMO). Candidates must be willing and able to conduct site visits at any assigned LACCD college or project location as project needs require.

Duties:

• Plan and participate in the preparation of construction cost estimates of buildings or other structures from drawings, outlines, and specifications

• Prepare estimates per design based on scope and building type

• Evaluate cost-estimating deliverables prepared by consultants for cost containment, accuracy, uniformity, and completeness

• Prepare fair cost estimates for cost proposals from contractors for extra work

• Perform special studies and prepare reports when contractors’ bids vary from the construction cost estimate

• Conduct construction/project site visits to gather relevant information and determine what information is to be used to produce project estimates

• Conduct material takeoffs and quantity surveys for MEP systems, including mechanical, electrical, and plumbing components

• Evaluate pricing documents and historical and vendor cost data for the development of cost estimates and price recommendations

• Evaluate quotes, bids, change orders, value engineering reports, and claims for accuracy and completeness of estimates

• Compile and analyze data on all factors that influence costs, such as material, labor, equipment, and profit

• Prepare technical evaluations, draft cost estimating reports, memos, and letters, and present recommendations to management

• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and architects to identify value engineering opportunities and cost-savings measures

• Compare cost estimates with contractors’ proposals to identify discrepancies

• Develop scopes of work based on RFI/RFC answers and estimate the detailed costs of those scopes of work independent of the contractor proposal

• Perform other related estimating duties as assigned

Required Experience:

• Ten (10) years minimum of recent professional experience in the preparation of complete cost estimates for Type I, II, or III, and V building construction as defined by the State building code, including 5 – 7 years of MEP estimating

Required Education: 

• A BS/BA degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related area
• OR: In lieu of a degree, additional qualifying experience in excess of the minimum stated above may be substituted on a year-for-year basis (14 years of relevant experience in lieu of a four-year degree)

Required Skills/Knowledge:

• Expert in the theories, principles, and practices of cost estimating and contract pricing

• Expert in Design-Build, Design-Bid-Build, and Job Order Contracting forms of contracting

• Full knowledge of construction methods for buildings and structures

• Full knowledge of current local construction labor and material costs

• Full knowledge of MEP systems, construction methods, and industry standards

• Extensive experience in developing and estimating the scope of work for change orders

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment

• Ability to perform calculations in Microsoft Excel

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Prevailing Wage/Union Labor rates

• Knowledge and use of NECA and MCAA labor productivity

• Knowledge and use of RS Means, Accubid, Trimble MEP, or Bluebeam Revu

• Educational and Public Works experience

• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and thoroughness

• Excellent mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills

• Effective communication and negotiation skills

Offered rate of compensation will be based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors, including education, qualifications, experience, and geographic location. The salary range for this position is $158,000-$165,000.

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• 401k Matching
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term / Long Term Disability / Life