Estimator F+G
- Project, programme & cost management
- Long Beach
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Estimator II F+G
Why join us?
Our LA team is growing! Estimator II prepares cost estimates for specific disciplines and provides business support to senior staff as directed. Prepares cost estimates, completes pricing and benchmarking research, and maintains project documents and files in an organized manner.
This is a full-time position with Faithful+Gould that comes with the opportunity to prove your true potential, provide expert services on world class projects, collaborate, and grow with professional services experts, and receive an attractive compensation package with robust benefits.
About Us:
Faithful+Gould is a world leader in integrated project and program management consulting. We provide expert and professional management consulting services on a wide range of interesting and iconic projects with many high-profile clients across key business sectors and industries that include several Fortune 100 companies and notable Federal/State/City government agencies. Faithful+Gould ranked #9 largest Construction Management Company and #7 Program Management Company by Engineering News Record (ENR). Faithful+Gould was established in the U.K. in 1947, with its first USA office opening in 1992. We embody Constructive Expertise – It’s in our DNA!
How will you contribute to the team?
Review proposals and evaluate/analyze merited cost
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 creditsReview 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 referencesReview contractor mark-ups to ensure that the correct mark-ups are being used and that any markup caps are not exceeded
Negotiating or preparing estimates for others to negotiate is a large part of our work so prior
negotiation experience is desirableThe ability to understand the contract as it pertains to change management is essential
The ability to adapt and utilize LAWA’s Change Management procedures is essential
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.Ten years of general estimating experience related to both engineering and
construction projects are requiredPrevious experience with public airport projects is necessary experience within a commercial
airport terminal or light rail system are highly desirableDemonstrated experience with complex estimate reconciliations and change order negotiations
Actively reconcile the internal estimates with those prepared by third parties; engage the third-party entities in an informative, collaborative reconciliation; and communicate the results of the
reconciliation effortProactively establish a routine reporting cycle that clearly communicates when an estimate
changes and whyPrepare and review material take-offs from planning documents or engineering drawings
Prepare detailed breakdown of components and elements of estimates for systems and subsystems
Prepare estimates by applying unit rates for man hours, labor dollars, material dollars, and
construction equipment dollars and all-in unit cost determination, calculating extensions and the
application of standard factors, overhead rates, and fees.Accumulate, evaluate, and document historical cost data for the development of future estimates
Prepare and/or review final Engineer’s estimate
Review contract documents and contract modifications to determine scope of work and equitable
cost allowance for scope changesProvide coordination and liaison with project management and project engineering
personnel throughout the estimate developmentTrain subordinate estimating personnel when necessary
Contribute to the advancement of LAMP’s goals through commitment to productive
collaboration with all stakeholdersProved accuracy, reliability, and completeness in job accomplishment
Demonstrated success on the job, as evidenced by satisfactory performance, acceptance
of responsibility and growth in previous positionEffective oral and written communication skills
May assume other duties as required/needed
Maybe required to work past regular work shift
Maybe required to work various shifts as needed
This position offers a hybrid/telework schedule.
Please refer to LAWA’s current Pilot Telework Policy
for details.
What will you contribute?
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering is preferred.
Self-starter attitude with proved results-oriented focus
Demonstrates a proactive, firm, and respectful approach to estimate reconciliation efforts
and change order processingEstablish a personable, but contractual stance with the contractor
Ten years of general estimating experience related to both engineering and
construction projects are requiredPrevious experience with public airport projects is necessary, experience within a commercial
airport terminal or light rail system are highly desirableDemonstrated experience with complex estimate reconciliations and change order negotiations
What we offer at Faithful+Gould:
Opportunity to work on projects of various sizes and levels of complexity for globally renowned clients.
Dedicated team of expert, professional peers to mentor and grow with.
Competitive salary.
Flexible work schedules.
Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays.
Group Insurance.
Retirement Savings Plan with employer match.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Learning and development programs, training, career opportunities and a tuition reimbursement program.
Pay Range $115,000 - $130,000 USD
If this sounds like you and you would like to expand your career with us, apply today!
At every stage, we have the right support and training to help you learn and acquire what you need to succeed. We seek results-oriented problem solvers, creative thinkers, and performance-driven professionals who are ready to work on exciting projects and rewarding opportunities as a part of their exceptional career.
Faithful+Gould is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability.
Please review Faithful+Gould’s Equal Opportunity Statement here:
https://careers.snclavalin.com/equal-opportunities-statement
Faithful+Gould cares about your privacy and are committed to protecting your privacy. Please consult us Privacy Notice on our Careers site to know more about how we collect, use, and transfer your Personal Data.
Note to staffing and direct hire agencies:
In the event a recruiter or agency who are not on our preferred supplier list submits a resume/candidate to anyone in the SNC-Lavalin family of companies, we explicitly reserve the right to recruit and hire the candidate(s) at our discretion and without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. https://careers.snclavalin.com/recruitment-agencies
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