Cost Estimator V

Every day at CMTS, we undertake impactful infrastructure projects that positively impact lives and communities. CMTS has an extensive 40-year industry experience, which ensures a strong foundation for ongoing success. Our company values employees by fostering a culture of learning, personal development, and well-being. We prioritize work-life balance and ethical business practices and engage with our community through employee-driven initiatives. Join us on our journey of growth and success!

Were currently seeking a highly motivated Cost Estimator V located in Los Angeles, CA .

Required Education:

• Bachelors or Master's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field. Master's degree strongly preferred.

Required Certifications/Licenses:

• Certifications required may include PMP, PE, and/or any other relevant Professional Licensure or certification. Required to have certified estimating professional credentials

Required Qualifications:

In order to become a candidate, you must possess the following skills and abilities.

• Previous experience with public airport projects
• Proficient with large-scale estimating software
• 20 years or more of general estimating experience directly related to both engineering and construction projects. Has demonstratable specialized experience/area of expertise.
• Previous experience managing a small estimating department is desirable
• Experience as a conceptual estimator is desirable
• Electrical or Mechanical Estimating ability is desirable
• Demonstrated proficiency in estimating formats, including Uniformat II
• Proficient with industry estimating databases and other estimating data sources, e.g. RS Means, Richardsons, etc.
• Proficient with large-scale estimating software
• Experience with On-screen Take-off and MC2 is highly desirable
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Self-starter with proven results-oriented focus
• Demonstrates a proactive, firm, and respectful approach to estimate reconciliation efforts and change order processing
• Establish a personable but contractual stance with the contractor
• Has demonstratable specialized experience/area of expertise.
• Previous experience with public airport projects is a must; experience within a commercial airport terminal is highly desirable

Responsibilities:

• Review the proposal and assist with the determination of merit
• Review the scope specified within the proposal to ensure it includes the appropriate scope
• Review the labor rates to ensure conformance to the contract specifications
• Review labor productivity to ensure that the labor hours are in conformance with working restrictions, overtime is appropriate, etc
• Review quantities and ensure there is a fair and reasonable representation of additional scope, as well as possible credits
• Review the material pricing and validate against R.S. Means for other pricing references
• Review pre-purchased material or equipment and/or equipment rental rates against fair and reasonable pricing references
• Review contractor mark-ups to ensure that the correct mark-ups are being used and that any mark- up caps are not exceeded
• Discuss the LAWA position after the contractor established their position. Share the basis of the LAWA position to ensure fair and reasonable understanding
• Seek to find points of agreement early in the discussion and document the agreements
• Determine points of disagreement and path to resolution. Adopt a reasonable, but contractual attitude
• Develop the record of negotiation documentation
• Develop detailed cost estimates from the engineering drawings; proactively identify deficiencies and/or questions; and actively assist the project team toward the answers
• Actively reconcile the internal estimates with those prepared by third-parties; engage the third-party entities in an informative, collaborative reconciliation on, and communicate the results of the reconciliation effort
• Proactively establish a routine reporting cycle that communicates when an estimate changes and why
• Prepare and review material take-offs from planning documents or engineering drawings
• May assume other duties as required/needed.
• Maybe required to work various shifts as needed.
• This position offers a hybrid/telework schedule. Telework - Monday and Friday. Onsite -Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Please refer to LAWAs Pilot Policy for details.

Salary:

• $208,000.00 - $218,000.00 annually

Bonus Pay:

A bonus may be granted to employees depending on individual performance, employee utilization, attendance, tenure, and furtherance of other non-financial corporate goals; bonus opportunities are available at managements discretion.

CMTS LLC offers 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, 401k, life, and long-term disability insurance coverage for employees.

CMTS, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate based on actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.