Estimator IV (MEP)
Estimator IV (MEP) at CLMI Group, LLC — Los Angeles, CA, US
- Company: CLMI Group, LLC
- Location: Los Angeles, CA, US
- Employment type: Full-time
- Salary: $158,000–$165,000 a year
- Posted: 2026-09-29
About this role
CLMI Group is looking for passionate construction professionals to join our team! We value ambition, dedication, and innovation, and believe in building a network of talented individuals who share our commitment to making a difference.
Location: Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) – Program Management Office (PMO). Candidates must be willing and able to conduct site visits at any assigned LACCD college or project location as project needs require.
Duties:
- 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
- Evaluate cost-estimating deliverables prepared by consultants for cost containment, accuracy, uniformity, and completeness
- Prepare fair cost estimates for cost proposals from contractors for extra work
- Perform special studies and prepare reports when contractors’ bids vary from the construction cost estimate
- Conduct construction/project site visits to gather relevant information and determine what information is to be used to produce project estimates
- Conduct material takeoffs and quantity surveys for MEP systems, including mechanical, electrical, and plumbing components
- Evaluate pricing documents and 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
- Compile and analyze data on all factors that influence costs, such as material, labor, equipment, and profit
- Prepare technical evaluations, draft cost estimating reports, memos, and letters, and present recommendations to management
- Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and architects to identify value engineering opportunities and cost-savings measures
- Compare cost estimates with contractors’ proposals to identify discrepancies
- Develop scopes of work based on RFI/RFC answers and estimate the detailed costs of those scopes of work independent of the contractor proposal
- Perform other related estimating duties as assigned
Required Experience:
- Ten (10) years minimum of 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 5 – 7 years of MEP estimating
Required Education:
- A BS/BA degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related area
- OR: In lieu of a degree, additional qualifying experience in excess of the minimum stated above may be substituted on a year-for-year basis (14 years of relevant experience in lieu of a four-year degree)
Required Skills/Knowledge:
- Expert in the theories, principles, and practices of cost estimating and contract pricing
- Expert in Design-Build, Design-Bid-Build, and Job Order Contracting forms of contracting
- Full knowledge of construction methods for buildings and structures
- Full knowledge of current local construction labor and material costs
- Full knowledge of MEP systems, construction methods, and industry standards
- Extensive experience in developing and estimating the scope of work for change orders
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to perform calculations in Microsoft Excel
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of Prevailing Wage/Union Labor rates
- Knowledge and use of NECA and MCAA labor productivity
- Knowledge and use of RS Means, Accubid, Trimble MEP, or Bluebeam Revu
- Educational and Public Works experience
- Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and thoroughness
- Excellent mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Effective communication and negotiation skills
Offered rate of compensation will be based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors, including education, qualifications, experience, and geographic location. The salary range for this position is $158,000-$165,000.
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k)
- 401k Matching
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Short Term / Long Term Disability / Life
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