Estimator (Estimator) Full-Time

Senior Cost EstimatorLeland Saylor Associates is seeking an experienced Senior Cost Estimator to provide cost estimating services on our clients' projects, working in collaboration with our San Francisco Bay Area–based team. S. estimating and cost-management practices across the full project lifecycle. This is a hybrid role, with on-site presence at our Walnut Creek office required 3 days a week.Candidates must have a Visa or be a US Citizen otherwise authorized to work in the United States.Daily DutiesProvide estimating and cost planning, including producing and presenting the final cost plan.Collaborate with the design services team, general contractor, and owner in the development and reconciliation of cost estimates.Reconcile changes and assist the general contractor to ensure that their data is accurate.Meet with the general contractor and owner's project manager to gather status information and prepare cost estimate updates.Prepare written comments on the general contractor's submissions, including the executive summary.Work proactively with minimal supervision to resolve scheduling and budget issues.Manage cost checks and carry out progress valuations and pay-application reviews on larger projects.Manage change control, post-contract cost variances, contingency management, and commitment tracking logs.Pre-Contract DutiesDevelop estimates through the design phase, delivering updated cost plans at each design milestone (schematic, design development, and construction documents).Solicit and evaluate subcontractor bids using bid tally sheets, and lead negotiations on behalf of the client to secure fair, competitive pricing.Post-Contract DutiesPerform change management activities throughout the project lifecycle.College and/or post-graduate degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering, or a field related to construction.5+ years of full-lifecycle cost management and/or estimating experience on private and public construction projects.ASPE Certified Professional Estimator (CPE)AACE International certification — Certified Cost Professional (CCP) or Certified Estimating Professional (CEP). Chartered Quantity Surveyor — RICS, CIQS, AIQS recognized as the international equivalent and welcomed from internationally trained candidates.Working knowledge of California unit costs and the factors that affect construction cost, with the ability to estimate across all scopes of work.Experience leading cost estimating efforts on medium to large, high-value building or infrastructure projects of medium to high complexity.Familiarity with California competitive bidding process — soliciting and evaluating subcontractor proposals, using bid tally sheets, and making award recommendations.Software proficiency in estimating and takeoff tools such as On-Screen Takeoff (OST), Bluebeam, WinEst, Sage Estimating (Timberline), or CostX required; Power BI, HCSS, Revit, and Assemble are value-adds.Featured BenefitsSalary: The salary range for this full-time role is $110K–$175K per year.401(k), Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, 100% employer-paid premiums.To support this we promote a healthy, productive, and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.