Engineering Estimator

Over J is a consulting firm with a solid foundation in engineering and utilities. We are keenly focused on partnering with our clients to find solutions to their toughest challenges in the fields of Engineering, Data & Database Management, Technology, Learning & Instructional Design, and Project Management.

We are headquartered in downtown Los Angeles, CA and are proud partners of some of the largest utilities in the state, including Southern California Gas Company, San Diego Gas & Electric, and Los Angeles Department of Water & Power. Over J was founded as a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) with a vision to enhance diversity and representation in the fields of engineering and utilities and we continue to contribute to this vision with every project, partnership, and new hire we invite to join our growing team.

We are seeking an experienced Engineering Estimator to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing accurate and timely estimates for engineering projects. The Engineering Estimator will work closely with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure that estimates are comprehensive and meet project requirements.

• Prepare accurate and timely estimates for engineering projects
• Work closely with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure that estimates are comprehensive and meet project requirements
• Review project plans and specifications to determine the scope of work and required materials and equipment
• Identify potential cost savings and value engineering opportunities
• Develop and maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers
• Provide support to project managers during the bidding process
• Assist with project cost tracking and reporting
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures
• Analyze project costs, materials, labor, bid documentation, and specifications to develop cost estimates.
• Design, implement, and maintain cost estimating database(s) using various software applications.
• Review design specifications and drawings to identify risks and competitive price opportunities and assist in value management.
• Validate estimates by evaluating third-party estimates and tracking market conditions and costs.
• Establish site-specific estimating criteria, including labor, equipment, and material supply.
• Provide expert estimating guidance to projects of varying scale.
• Coordinate the input parameters for cost estimates and construction schedules.
• Perform quantity take-offs for pipeline testing/replacement and construction projects.
• Contribute to project sequencing and scheduling for complex projects, building the project master construction schedule.
• Develop concise Basis of Estimate, Basis of Schedule, and Earned Value reports.
• Participate in client cost estimate and schedule reviews.
• Direct the preparation of cost and schedule risk.
• Analyze critical path activities and work through issues with the project design team.
• Assist management in the development of a coherent estimating and scheduling team.
• Coordinate and compile information from all estimating disciplines into one cost estimate.
• Provide innovative solutions for construction, estimating issues and problems.
• Serve as a cost estimating point of contact for internal clients.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in engineering estimating
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and engineering software
• Knowledge of construction materials, methods, and equipment
• Ability to read and interpret project plans and specifications
• Extensive technical knowledge of engineering cost, estimating, design, and applicable standards and procedures.
• Experience in developing construction cost estimates and schedules at various stages of design, in accordance with AACEI guidelines.
• Experience in developing cost estimates for projects with budgets greater than $1 million.
• Proficiency in utilizing cost estimating software, such as MCACES, MII, and @risk.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD.
• Advanced Microsoft Office…