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Cost Estimator V

Hill International Inc
flexible benefit account, paid time off, long term disability, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, California, Los Angeles
Oct 15, 2025

Hill International is seeking a Cost Estimator V in Los Angeles, California


  • Develop conceptual and detailed estimates for various scopes of work
  • Direct and manage other estimators/estimating teams as needed; Train subordinate estimating personnel as needed
  • Review construction and design cost proposals and change order requests - assist with the determination of merit
  • Review the labor rates and markups to ensure conformance to the contract specifications
  • Review quantities and labor productivity to ensure fair and reasonable representation of scope
  • Review the material pricing and validate against R.S. Means for other pricing references
  • Review contract documents and contract modifications to determine scope of work and equitable cost allowance for scope changes
  • Establish basis of the owner's acceptance or rejection of proposals and develop records of negotiation
  • Reconcile contractor, internal and third-party estimates
  • Proactively establish a routine reporting cycle that clearly communicates when an estimate changes and why
  • Accumulate, evaluate and document historical cost data for the development of future estimates
  • Provide coordination and liaison with project management personnel and other estimating resources throughout the estimate development
  • Provide accuracy, reliability and completeness in all work products
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field to estimating profession
  • Twenty years of general estimating experience
  • Demonstrated proficiency in various estimating formats
  • Proficient with industry estimating software, databases, sources, and tools
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
  • Self-starter attitude with results-oriented focus
  • Demonstrates a proactive, firm and respectful approach to estimate reconciliation efforts and change order processing
  • Demonstrated experience with complex estimate reconciliations and change order negotiations
  • Effective oral and written communication skills

Salary range for this position is $175,000 - $205,000. The offered salary will be based on the applicants qualifications, education, experience and work location.

Depending upon your employment status, Hill's comprehensive benefits may include, Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurances, Business Travel Accident Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Commuter Benefits, Legal Assistance, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Auto & Home Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Voluntary Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance. Paid Time Off (PTO), Holidays, 401(K) Retirement Savings Plan, Employee Referral Program, Professional Certification Incentive Program, Hill University Learning and Development, Tuition Reimbursement, EAP, Years of Service Awards Program.

Hill International, with more than 4,100+ professionals in over 100 offices worldwide, provides program management, project management, construction management, project management oversight, advisory, facilities management, and other consulting services to clients in a variety of market sectors. Engineering News-Record magazine recently ranked Hill as one of the largest program management firms in the world. For more information on Hill, please visit our website at www.hillintl.com.

Hill is exclusively a program, project, and construction management provider, meaning we have one focus as a company: protecting client interests. Free of any potential conflicts, our entire business is geared towards helping clients achieve their desired outcomes. We are dedicated to exceeding expectations throughout the entire construction project lifecycle and adapt to the needs of each assignment to develop tailored approaches and solutions to meet those needs.

Hill is a GISI Consulting Group company, part of the Global Infrastructure Solutions, Inc. (GISI) family of companies. Learn more about GISI Consulting Group at www.gisiconsulting.com.

Hill International is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veteran/Disabled

Note: This job description is intended to provide an indication of the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions to be carried out as part of fulfilling the role mentioned in the job title. Various other duties as required.

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