Job Description

Overview

We are seeking a Senior CSA Estimator to join our team in Los Angeles, CA.

This role is a hybrid and will require you to work at the client’s office at the Los Angeles Airport 2-3 days a week.

The ideal candidate will work on a wide variety of projects and must have Civil, Structural & Architectural estimating experience with some basic knowledge of MEP systems.

Your role

• Analyzes blueprints and other documents and prepares detailed cost estimates
• Performs accurate quantity takeoffs of available design documents
• Leads the development of conceptual and feasibility cost model estimates utilizing historic benchmarking information and industry experience in order to develop complete early-stage cost estimate forecasting.
• Obtains accurate and up to date pricing information from databases, contractors, suppliers, etc. to utilize in estimates.
• Reviews input estimate takeoff information into AtkinsRéalis’ estimating software for specific disciplines in order to provide checks to assess accuracy and suitability for project type and specific project requirements.
• Reviews and finalizes estimate unit cost pricing to reflect current market conditions and specific project logistics.
• Reviews historic benchmark cost information and highlights variances.
• Works with architects and engineers to develop clear understanding of project scope during preparation of estimate. Develop relationships with members of A/E firms and project team members.
• Prepares cost reconciliation between two or more estimates and explains variance cost drivers.
• Performs such other duties as the Supervisor may from time to time deem necessary.

About you

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction, Quantity Surveying or a related engineering field, plus minimum 7 years or relevant experience.
• Provide high level cost estimates for various cost studies, and projects for Transportation Industrial, Manufacturing or Commercial projects.
• Work independently with PA engineers to provide cost estimates and reconcile with contractor bids.
• Fluent in MS Excel, On- Screen takeoff and SharePoint document control.
• Full time hybrid role based on 2-3 days out of the LAX Airport per on site requirement, mandated by the Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA).
• Preferred, but not required, estimating knowledge of Airport construction including terminals, landside, airside and associated utilities.

Rewards & benefits

At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Additional information

Expected compensation range is between $140,000 - $160,000 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

Are you ready to expand your career with us? Apply today and help us shape something extraordinary.

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug-Free employer EOE/Veteran/Disability.

Please review AtkinsRéalis’ Equal Opportunity Statement here.

Upon acceptance of an offer, all candidates must go through a drug screen test and background check. AtkinsRéalis is a federal contractor which mandates a satisfactory background screening report and drug test. Qualified applicants with arrest or convictions records will be considered for Employment in accordance with the following laws if applicable, the Loas Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Loas Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco- Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. This position is not available for individuals living or working in New York City. AtkinsRéalis believes that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to the following job duties: accessing company property, information assets, and products; accessing confidential information and partnering and regularly working with or supervising other AtkinsRéalis employees and interacting with AtkinsRéalis clients including government property or ports.

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