Lead Estimator (Client side) - San Francisco, CA

Client

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Our client is a leading global consultancy and construction management firm specializing in the delivery of complex, high-value capital projects across multiple sectors. They are recognized for technical delivery expertise to drive successful project outcomes and long-term client value

On Offer

  • Opportunity to work on one of San Francisco's landmark projects
  • Stability and career progression
  • Work life balance with Hybrid WFH days
  • Collaborative environment with direct exposure to senior leadership
  • Competitive base salary with performance-based bonus
  • Full benefits package including healthcare, 401k, and PTO

Responsibilities

  • Act as a trusted client-facing Cost Manager, providing strategic, technical, and commercial guidance throughout all phases of the project lifecycle.
  • Lead project cost management activities including budgeting, estimating, procurement, change management, cost reporting, and payment applications for medium to large-scale projects.
  • Prepare feasibility studies, ROM estimates, procurement strategies, and benchmarking data to support project planning, budgeting, and informed decision-making.
  • Manage and oversee the full procurement and contract administration process, including pre-qualification, tendering, bid evaluation, contractor selection, and contract preparation.
  • Drive value engineering, lifecycle costing, and cost control initiatives while ensuring accurate reporting, change tracking, and effective management of post-contract cost variances.

Requirements

  • 3+ years of Healthcare, Life Sciences, Advanced Manufacturing or Commercial construction experience
  • Proven experience leading Preconstruction on complex projects
  • Strong leadership experience managing large budgets
  • Strong client-facing and presentation skills
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred
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