Senior Commercial Construction Estimator Commercial New Builds General Contractor Los Angeles - MyGreat Recruitment
Senior Commercial Construction Estimator Commercial New Builds General Contractor Los Angeles - MyGreat Recruitment
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Job Description
Senior Commercial Construction Estimator
Location: Los Angeles CA (Hybrid)
Salary: $135000 $185000
Overview:
The Senior Commercial Construction Estimator will play a key role in the cost planning and financial analysis of largescale commercial new build projects. This position requires expertise in preparing detailed estimates for groundup developments evaluating subcontractor pricing and optimizing project costs through value engineering. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in commercial construction estimating strong analytical skills and the ability to collaborate with project teams developers and stakeholders to ensure accurate cost forecasting and budget alignment.
Must Haves:
- 7 years of experience as a Commercial Construction Estimator.
- Proven experience estimating commercial new build projects including highrise midrise and largescale commercial developments.
- Strong ability to prepare detailed cost estimates for projects valued at $15M.
- Proficiency in construction estimating software and Microsoft Office.
Nice to Haves:
- Bachelors degree in Construction Management Engineering Business or a related field.
- Familiarity with Los Angeles market conditions building codes zoning regulations and permitting requirements.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare conceptual cost models budgets and feasibility studies based on historical data market trends and subcontractor input.
- Analyze project designs structural requirements and subcontractor estimates to provide cost comparisons value engineering options and costsaving strategies.
- Develop comprehensive cost breakdowns including materials labor equipment subcontractors and overhead expenses for new commercial developments.
- Review and interpret RFQ documents architectural drawings and engineering specifications to generate precise cost estimates.
- Identify potential risks deficiencies and budget impacts in project scope and provide recommendations to the project management team.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure alignment on cost expectations construction schedules and budget constraints.
- Support prebid meetings and presentations incorporating feedback into final cost projections.
- Maintain clear communication between estimating teams project managers and clients regarding cost estimation processes.
- Ensure estimates align with construction methodologies project timelines and evolving market conditions.
- Stay up to date on industry trends material pricing and best practices in commercial new build cost estimation.
Employment Type
Full Time
