Lead Construction Cost Estimator

Job Description

Job Description

The Greenridge Group is a prime contractor and consulting firm specializing in Project and Construction Management for major public-sector agencies.

We are seeking a Lead Project Cost Estimator to support one of the nation's largest school construction programs. (Large Educational & Public Works Projects | LAUSD) This leadership role is responsible for overseeing a team of estimators while providing expert cost estimating, change order analysis, claims review, budget development, and construction cost consulting services for large-scale educational facility projects. The successful candidate will play a critical role in establishing project budgets, supporting negotiations, and ensuring cost accountability throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of construction estimators
• Prepare and review conceptual, schematic, design development, and detailed construction cost estimates
• Develop independent cost estimates to support project budgeting and negotiations
• Review contractor proposals, change orders, claims, and cost breakdowns
• Evaluate estimates prepared by architects, engineers, and contractors
• Assist project teams with pricing negotiations and cost analysis
• Prepare change order estimates and claim evaluations
• Establish and maintain project budgets and cost controls
• Analyze construction market conditions, labor costs, and material pricing
• Support public bidding processes and construction procurement activities
• Participate in meetings, workshops, and presentations with project stakeholders

Requirements

• Extensive experience preparing complete construction cost estimates for large and complex building construction projects
• Minimum 14 years of professional construction cost estimating experience, or equivalent senior-level estimating experience
• Previous experience supervising or leading estimating teams
• Minimum 5 years of experience working for a construction cost consulting firm
• Strong experience developing conceptual, pre-construction, and detailed estimates
• Extensive experience evaluating change orders, contractor proposals, and construction claims
• Knowledge of current California construction labor and material costs
• Excellent analytical, communication, and negotiation skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field
• Experience supporting K-12, higher education, public sector, healthcare, or institutional construction projects
• Experience with large capital improvement, modernization, or ground-up building programs

Benefits

We offer one of the most competitive benefit packages in the industry.

• Medical, Dental & Vision : 100% employer-paid monthly premiums for employees and 50% coverage for dependents under our company-sponsored plan*
• Life Insurance: Company-paid coverage up to $50,000
• Paid Time Off (PTO) : Accrues up to 80 hours per year with increased accrual based on tenure
• Sick Leave: 10 days of paid sick leave annually - well above the average of 5-6 days offered by most firms
• Holidays: 9 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, and a paid day off for your BIRTHDAY!!!
• 401(k) : Company match up to 4% (100% of the first 3%, 50% of the next 2%)
• Education Support : Assistance with tuition, licenses, and professional certifications
• Referral Bonus: Highest employee referral program of $5,000–$10,000 depending on level of hire
• Extra Paid Leave: For jury duty, bereavement leave, and voting time for local/state/federal elections
• Client Shutdown Days : Additional paid days off when client offices are closed
• Equipment: Laptop provided as needed
• Cell Phone Stipend: $100 monthly stipend for eligible roles

Why Join Greenridge?

• Be part of trusted leader in delivering impactful public sector projects.
• Play a meaningful role in shaping safe, modern, high-quality school environments.
• Join a team of experienced professionals dedicated to public infrastructure excellence.

The Greenridge Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.