The Construction Cost Analyst (CCA) works with a Disaster Case Management team to review and analyze cost estimates for repairs and/or rebuilds of the primary residence of a disaster survivor. Additionally, the CCA provides coordination of labor groups to ensure the appropriate sequence of repairs.
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Key Responsibilities
- Consult with clients, vendors, personnel in other departments or construction foremen to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues
- Analyze blueprints and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates.
- Compare and contrast estimates with contractor estimates in-hand from clients to ensure clients are receiving fair and equitable treatment from private contractors, as requested
- Prepare estimates for use in selecting vendors or subcontractors
- Prepare estimates used by management for purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work
- Analyze reports to determine nature and extent of loss, type of insurance coverage provided, scope of damage and will determine if damage is due to fire, deferred maintenance or both
- Coordinate with case managers and homeowners to ensure contractors utilized will perform to preset criteria, meeting all applicable local, state, and federal building codes
- Inspect and document damage, meet with insured or their representative, promptly and properly develop the file to provide accurate and timely investigation and loss analysis
- Maintain and monitor project log to achieve timely development of file and timely files reports on projects as required
- Prepare cost and expenditure statements and other necessary documentation at regular intervals for the duration of the project
- Prepare and maintain a directory of suppliers, contractors and subcontractors, and qualified volunteer groups as applicable
- Review material and labor requirements to decide whether it is more cost-effective to produce or purchase components
- Establish and maintain tendering process, and conduct negotiations
- Assess cost effectiveness of products, projects or services, tracking actual costs relative to bids as the project develops
- Set up cost monitoring and reporting systems and procedures
- Visit site and record information about access, drainage and topography, and availability of services such as water and electricity
- Other duties as assigned
Scope and Travel
- Travel within Los Angeles County, with emphasis on the areas impacted by the Palisades and Eaton wildfires, as well as CORE’s headquarters in the City of Los Angeles’ Chinatown District
Qualifications
- High School diploma or GED required, Bachelor’s Degree preferred
- Minimum 4 years professional experience
- Previous experience in disaster recovery preferred
- Demonstrated experience working families from diverse age, cultural, ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds
Skills and Competencies
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and managerial skills
- Existing knowledge and understanding of Disaster Case Management and Long Term Recovery Group coordination helpful
- Highly motivated self-starter with ability to produce results without extensive supervision.
- Knowledge of insurance contracts and damage investigation techniques
- Ability to work with and communicate with a wide range of people
- Ability to develop and maintain strong business relationships with internal and external customers
- Ability to write own estimates and complete dwelling valuations
- Previous experience providing construction cost estimates required
- Previous experience in home construction and or major home repair/renovation strongly preferred
- Ability to prioritize and handle multiple complex tasks.
- Ability to work weekends and/or evenings as required
- Must have daily use of vehicle and driver’s license with clear record
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
- Fluency in English and Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Vietnamese or another language preferred
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their qualifications and experience related to this role. CORE Response is an equal-opportunity employer and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve.
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Last updated on Feb 15, 2025