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Cost Estimator - Facilities - School Construction Projects

The Greenridge Group · Los Angeles · United States

$160,000 per yearFull timeCost Estimator / Quantity Surveyor

Posted: 12/3/2025 · Last checked: 10/11/2026

Job description

Quoted in full from The Greenridge Group's job posting. Gavroche does not edit it.

The Greenridge Group is a prime contractor and consulting firm specializing in Project and Construction Management for major public-sector agencies. We support large-scale capital programs with a commitment to quality, integrity, and technical excellence.

We are seeking a seasoned and highly experienced Cost Estimator to support project and construction management teams on facilities and school building construction projects. This position is capped at 30 hours per week and is ideal for a senior-level estimator who can work independently and deliver accurate, reliable cost assessments with minimal oversight.

*Reference: Full-Time Salary Range: $160K/Year-$200K/Year - Dependent on Candidate's Qualifications

Key Responsibilities:

  • Prepare preliminary, Fair Cost Estimates (FCE), and detailed final cost estimates to support Project/Construction Managers.
  • Develop and analyze change order estimates and cost impacts.
  • Support price negotiations and prepare claim analyses as needed.
  • Estimate construction costs based on drawings, specifications, sketches, and technical documents.
  • Review contractor claims, pricing, and proposals for accuracy and merit.
  • Develop scope of work and detailed cost breakdowns based on RFI/RFC responses.
  • Assist in validating cost impacts for change orders and developing FCEs.
  • Perform related estimating duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 8–15 years of full-time professional experience in construction cost estimating, preferably for facilities or K-12/community college projects.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a closely related field.
  • Strong knowledge of local labor, equipment, and material costs.
  • Experience developing and estimating change order scopes of work.
  • Ability to interpret RFI/RFC responses and create detailed cost breakdowns accordingly.
  • Strong analytical skills and excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

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.

Benefits

We offer one of the most competitive benefit packages in the industry. Our benefits provide a level of personal care and support that only Greenridge can delivery for you and your family's well-being.

  • 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

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.

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