Estimator IV at Cmts Llc in Los Angeles, CA | USD173,000-184,000 | Kablio

Role

Description

cost estimating

bid analysis

site visits

data analysis

report preparation

pricing review

Prepare technical evaluations, cost estimating draft report, memos and letters and present recommendation to management.
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.
Perform special studies and prepare reports when contractors’ bids vary from the construction cost estimate.
Prepare fair cost estimates for cost proposals from Contractors for extra work.
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.
Evaluate cost estimating deliverables prepared by consultants for cost containment, accuracy, uniformity and completeness.
Conduct construction/project site visits gathering relevant information and determine what information to be used to produce project estimates.
Compile and analyze data on all factors that influence costs such as material, labor, equipment and profit.

Requirements

rs means

egordian

csi master

bs/ba

10-15 yrs

joc

Knowledge and use of RS Means Cost Estimating online system
Full knowledge of current local construction labor and material costs.
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.
Expert in theories, principles, and practices of cost estimating and contract pricing.
10-15 years 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.
Extensive experience in developing and estimating the scope of work for change orders.
Knowledge of Prevailing Wage/Union Labor rates
Knowledge and use of RS Means including NECA and MCAA labor productivity
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.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Expert in JOC (Job Order Contracting) form of contracting
Expert in usage of eGordian Database for JOC (Job Order Contracting) estimating
Full knowledge of construction methods for buildings and structures.
Senior level estimator who specializes in General trades to report to PMO Program Controls Manager and Chief Estimator.
Very familiar with CSI Master Format (with Uni-format is a plus) major new divisions.

Benefits

$173,000.00 - $184,000.00 annually

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

$40 billion+

Annual Projects Value

Oversees over $40 billion in public-works projects annually.

12+

U.S. Offices

Maintains a strong national presence with multiple offices.

Navigating highways, bridges, transit lines and airports, it blends on‑site inspection, commissioning and value‑engineering into every contract.
From disaster zones to design reviews, CMTS’ project‑controls team maps budgets and schedules with surgical precision.
Leveraging certified veteran‑, minority‑, and disadvantaged‑owned credentials, it delivers federal‑grade aviation, infrastructure and municipal services.

Culture + Values

35+ Years

Experience in Infrastructure Projects

The company has a foundation built on over three decades of delivering infrastructure projects that positively impact lives and communities.

CMTS has an unrivaled reputation built on the quality, integrity, commitment, resourcefulness, and balance of its services and staff.
Management is dedicated to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment during employment.
The company values its employees and strives to create a culture that allows them to learn, grow, and thrive.
It prioritizes work–life balance and employee well-being through health & wellness programs, flexible schedules, and tuition reimbursement.

Environment + Sustainability

No explicit net‑zero target, but adheres to EPA guidelines under its NAICS codes (assertion of environmental friendliness).
Monitors compliance with environmental requirements through coordination with Environmental Officers and agencies like ETAM.
Provides asbestos and lead abatement services, including thorough environmental assessments, sampling, monitoring, and compliance reporting.
Leverages decades of disaster‑response experience to support community recovery with FEMA‑compliant debris removal monitoring.

Inclusion & Diversity

5.0/5 Rating

Diversity & Inclusion

Glassdoor employee reviews awarded the company a perfect 5.0/5 score for its commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Committed to Equal Employment Opportunity with non‑discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, and more.
Certified as Disadvantaged, Minority‑ and Veteran‑Owned Business in multiple states.
Pledged diversity commitment, veteran‑hiring, pay equity, and social responsibility; earned Zweig Group's “Best Firms to Work For” in 2021 & 2022.
No publicly disclosed gender‑specific statistics available.

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About Us

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Projects

Role

Description

cost estimating

bid analysis

site visits

data analysis

report preparation

pricing review

Prepare technical evaluations, cost estimating draft report, memos and letters and present recommendation to management.
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.
Perform special studies and prepare reports when contractors’ bids vary from the construction cost estimate.
Prepare fair cost estimates for cost proposals from Contractors for extra work.
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.
Evaluate cost estimating deliverables prepared by consultants for cost containment, accuracy, uniformity and completeness.
Conduct construction/project site visits gathering relevant information and determine what information to be used to produce project estimates.
Compile and analyze data on all factors that influence costs such as material, labor, equipment and profit.

Requirements

rs means

egordian

csi master

bs/ba

10-15 yrs

joc

Knowledge and use of RS Means Cost Estimating online system
Full knowledge of current local construction labor and material costs.
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.
Expert in theories, principles, and practices of cost estimating and contract pricing.
10-15 years 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.
Extensive experience in developing and estimating the scope of work for change orders.
Knowledge of Prevailing Wage/Union Labor rates
Knowledge and use of RS Means including NECA and MCAA labor productivity
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.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Expert in JOC (Job Order Contracting) form of contracting
Expert in usage of eGordian Database for JOC (Job Order Contracting) estimating
Full knowledge of construction methods for buildings and structures.
Senior level estimator who specializes in General trades to report to PMO Program Controls Manager and Chief Estimator.
Very familiar with CSI Master Format (with Uni-format is a plus) major new divisions.

Benefits

$173,000.00 - $184,000.00 annually

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

$40 billion+

Annual Projects Value

Oversees over $40 billion in public-works projects annually.

12+

U.S. Offices

Maintains a strong national presence with multiple offices.

Navigating highways, bridges, transit lines and airports, it blends on‑site inspection, commissioning and value‑engineering into every contract.
From disaster zones to design reviews, CMTS’ project‑controls team maps budgets and schedules with surgical precision.
Leveraging certified veteran‑, minority‑, and disadvantaged‑owned credentials, it delivers federal‑grade aviation, infrastructure and municipal services.

Culture + Values

35+ Years

Experience in Infrastructure Projects

The company has a foundation built on over three decades of delivering infrastructure projects that positively impact lives and communities.

CMTS has an unrivaled reputation built on the quality, integrity, commitment, resourcefulness, and balance of its services and staff.
Management is dedicated to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment during employment.
The company values its employees and strives to create a culture that allows them to learn, grow, and thrive.
It prioritizes work–life balance and employee well-being through health & wellness programs, flexible schedules, and tuition reimbursement.

Environment + Sustainability

No explicit net‑zero target, but adheres to EPA guidelines under its NAICS codes (assertion of environmental friendliness).
Monitors compliance with environmental requirements through coordination with Environmental Officers and agencies like ETAM.
Provides asbestos and lead abatement services, including thorough environmental assessments, sampling, monitoring, and compliance reporting.
Leverages decades of disaster‑response experience to support community recovery with FEMA‑compliant debris removal monitoring.

Inclusion & Diversity

5.0/5 Rating

Diversity & Inclusion

Glassdoor employee reviews awarded the company a perfect 5.0/5 score for its commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Committed to Equal Employment Opportunity with non‑discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, and more.
Certified as Disadvantaged, Minority‑ and Veteran‑Owned Business in multiple states.
Pledged diversity commitment, veteran‑hiring, pay equity, and social responsibility; earned Zweig Group's “Best Firms to Work For” in 2021 & 2022.
No publicly disclosed gender‑specific statistics available.

Articles

About Us

Careers

Projects