Project Cost Estimator – School Construction

Job overview

The Project Cost Estimator – School Construction role is onsite in Los Angeles, CA, and is full-time. Compensation is not specified. The estimator joins PM2CM, a professional services company providing project management, construction management, and project controls services, to support school construction projects for a large California school district. The role develops and analyzes project cost estimates, evaluates labor and material costs, and tracks scope changes and budget impacts. Its work supports project budgeting and monitoring through coordination with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders.

What you'll do

• Develop cost estimates for school building construction projects
• analyze specifications, drawings, and project documents
• collaborate with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to validate scope
• use Excel and specialized estimating software
• research material, labor, and overhead costs
• track scope changes and budget impacts
• contribute to budget preparation and monitoring.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

project cost estimator

school construction

cost estimating

project controls

budget monitoring

change orders

los angeles ca

pm2cm

construction management

excel

health insurance

401(k) match

f-1 opt applicants encouraged

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 100% paid employee health insurance and a 3% 401(k) match.

Why this role

The posting requires a bachelor's degree in a related field and at least seven years of cost-estimating experience on large-scale construction projects; it encourages F-1 students on OPT to apply.

About the employer

PM2CM is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.