Sr MEP Estimator

  • Hill International
  • Los Angeles, California
  • Full Time
Sr MEP Estimator

Los Angeles, CA, United States

JOB DESCRIPTION

Hill International is seeking a Sr. MEP Estimator in Los Angeles, California

RESPONSIBILITIES

Senior level estimator who specializes in Mechanical/Plumbing and Electrical trades to report to PMO Program Controls Manager and Chief Estimator.

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 gathering relevant information and determine what information to be used to produce project estimates.

Evaluate pricing documents, 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, cost estimating draft report, memos and letters and present recommendation to management.

Perform other related estimating duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

10 years minimum 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 two years in a supervisory capacity.

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

Expert in JOC (Job Order Contracting) form of contracting

Full knowledge of construction methods for buildings and structures.

Full 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 cost estimates with contractors' proposal to quickly identify discrepancies.

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.

BS/BA Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Business or related degree. Additional qualifying experience in excess to the minimum stated above may be substituted for the required education on a year for year basis.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Expert in usage of eGordian Database for JOC (Job Order Contracting) estimating preferred.

Knowledge of Prevailing Wage/Union Labor rates preferred.

Knowledge and use of NECA and MCAA labor productivity preferred.

Knowledge and use of RSMeans Cost Estimating online system preferred.

The salary range for this position is $125,000-$155,000. The offered salary will be based on the applicants qualifications, education, experience and work location.

Depending upon your employment status, Hill's comprehensive benefits may include, Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurances, Business Travel Accident Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Commuter Benefits, Legal Assistance, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Auto & Home Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Voluntary Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance. Paid Time Off (PTO), Holidays, 401(K) Retirement Savings Plan, Employee Referral Program, Professional Certification Incentive Program, Hill University Learning and Development, Tuition Reimbursement, EAP, Years of Service Awards Program.
Job ID: 484298065
Originally Posted on: 7/7/2025

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