Review proposals and evaluate/analyze merited cost
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 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 markup caps are not exceeded
Negotiating or preparing estimates for others to negotiate is a large part of our work so prior
negotiation experience is desirable
The ability to understand the contract as it pertains to change management is essential
The ability to adapt and utilize LAWA’s Change Management procedures is essential
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.
Ten years of general estimating experience related to both engineering and
construction projects are required
Previous experience with public airport projects is necessary experience within a commercial
airport terminal or light rail system are highly desirable
Demonstrated experience with complex estimate reconciliations and change order negotiations
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 LAMP’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
May assume other duties as required/needed
Maybe required to work past regular work shift
Maybe required to work various shifts as needed
This position offers a hybrid/telework schedule.
Please refer to LAWA’s current Pilot Telework Policy
for details.
