Cost Estimator V

https://kkcsinc.com/

Program Management | Construction Management

Kal Krishnan Consulting Services, Inc. (KKCS), a California Corporation, is a full-service construction management and program management organization. The firm has grown steadily in size and capability since its founding in 1987, and today employs more than 95 professionals in our regional offices. KKCS has attracted a full complement of highly experienced, talented, and dedicated professionals to its staff who bring a collaborative, integrated team approach to our clients' projects.

KKCS experience includes work on rail, airports, ports, freeways, schools, universities, facilities, water, wastewater, bridges, and roadways. Our client list includes federal agencies, state agencies, regional agencies, and private clients. KKCS has broad experience and expertise in engineering design, project management, and project controls services.

The KKCS culture is rooted in the ideals of integrity, safety, diversity, and ethical business practices, which is a commitment shared by all KKCS employees throughout our offices and project sites around the country. We have a positive impact on the communities we serve by not only improving infrastructure, but also providing service at a relatively low cost to the taxpayer. This allows more money to be available to the agencies we serve, which will inevitably be reinvested in the community. At KKCS, we value the individual employee and the importance of their contributions toward quality improvement.

Cost Estimator V - LAMP - Airport (LAWA) - Hybrid

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Salary Range: $192,600 - $197,600 annually
• Company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees
• 401k retirement plan with company matching contribution
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Company-paid life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) benefits
• Company-paid long-term (LTD) insurance
• Annual tuition assistance allowance for employees
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

POSITION DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

KCS seeks a highly experienced Cost Estimator V to join our Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) Landside Access Modernization Program (LAMP) team. This hybrid position requires strong technical expertise, proactive project support, and a collaborative approach to managing cost-estimating activities for complex infrastructure projects. This full-time position offers a hybrid/telework schedule from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Telework - Monday and Friday. Onsite - Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

Key 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; and communicate the results of the reconciliation effort
• Proactively establish a routine reporting cycle that clearly communicates when an estimate changes and why
• Prepare 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 changes
• Provide coordination and liaison with project management and project engineering personnel throughout the estimate development
• Train subordinate estimating personnel when necessary
• Contribute to the advancement of ADG's goals through commitment to productive collaboration with all stakeholders
• Proved accuracy, reliability and completeness in job accomplishment
• Demonstrated success on the job, as evidenced by satisfactory performance, acceptance of responsibility and growth in previous position
• Effective oral and written communication skills

Qualifications:

Professional Experience:

• Minimum 20 years of general estimating experience directly related to engineering and construction projects.
• Previous experience with public airport projects is required; experience within a commercial airport terminal is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated specialized experience/expertise in complex estimate reconciliations and change order negotiations.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Required certified estimating professional credentials.
• Certifications such as PMP, PE, or other relevant professional licensure highly desirable.

Software Proficiency:

• Proficiency with large-scale estimating software.
• Demonstrated proficiency estimating formats, including Uniformat II.
• Proficiency with industry estimating databases and sources such as RS Means, Richardsons, etc.
• Experience with On-screen Take-off and MC2 software highly desirable.
• Competent in Microsoft Office Suite.

Candidate Attributes:

• Self-starter attitude with a proven results-oriented focus.
• Proactive, firm, yet respectful approach to estimate reconciliation and change order processes.
• Ability to establish a personable yet contractual stance with contractors.

KKCS is an equal opportunity employer encouraging individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.