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Cost Engineer - Commercial Construction

$90k - $120k

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Salary: $90,000 - $120,000 per year

A bit about us:

With offices in Northern California, Los Angeles, and San Diego, we are a top-rated High-End Commercial GC and were voted an ENR Contractor of the Year! We continually strive to exceed industry norms in project performance, client retention, and team member satisfaction. To that end, we believe that perfection is a worthy – and attainable – pursuit. Our high bar for performance is set by our employees, as they are our largest asset and are recognized as such.

As a cost engineer on our team, you will be responsible for assisting in preparing budgets, estimates, and pre-bid packages for construction projects under the CM at Risk guaranteed maximum pricing model. Key duties include conducting quantity takeoffs, managing multiple projects, developing cost strategies, and fostering relationships with clients, design teams, and subcontractors.

Why join us?
  • Top-of-Market Salary DOE
  • Bonus
  • Amazing Projects + Strong culture
  • Employer paid M/D/V/L insurance
  • FSA/HSA
  • 401k with a 4% match
  • Commuter Benefits, Travel Aid
  • Generous PTO
  • Happy Hours / Cash Incentives / Multiple Bonuses!
  • Training / Growth Opportunities / Reimbursed Educational Assist

Job Details

MUST HAVE:
  • BS in a related field OR equivalent professional experience
  • 2+ years of construction estimating or preconstruction experience
  • Commercial construction
  • Precon software, one or more: MC2, OST, Constructware, Bluebeam, Destini, Timerline, BIM360, etc.

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