Project Cost Estimator

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! 

We’re currently seeking a highly motivated Project Cost Estimator located in Los Angeles, CA.

Required Education:

• Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering or Construction Management

Required Qualifications:

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

• 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

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

Salary:

• $175,000- $186,000 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 management’s 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.