Senior Cost Estimator

7 days ago

Los Angeles, California, United States KKCS Full time $160,000 - $185,000 per year

Consertus is a global capital program management and advisory firm, combining deep human expertise with advanced digital tools to deliver smarter, faster, and more sustainable outcomes. With a team of 800+ professionals across 37 U.S. states, Puerto Rico, and five countries, we help clients plan, execute, and optimize large-scale capital programs.

Our integrated services span digital, advisory, and delivery, empowering organizations to navigate complexity, manage risk, and achieve strategic goals in sectors including aviation, transportation, transit, water, healthcare, energy, education, government, commercial, life sciences, and technology.

At Consertus, we celebrate individual strengths, foster strong relationships, and promote flexibility in how and where we work. Join us to grow your career, develop your skills, and make a lasting impact as we transform how the world is built.

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SR. COST ESTIMATOR – RAIL & TRANSIT

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Experience Level: 10-15 years

Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary Range: $160,000 – $185,000 annually
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions
  • Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays

About the Role

We're seeking a Senior Cost Estimator to support active LA Metro rail and transit projects. You'll develop and validate estimates for complex capital work, including Design-Build and other Alternative Delivery, and partner closely with project controls, engineering, and procurement to drive accurate budgets and confident decisions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop detailed construction cost estimates from concept through final construction documents.
  • Perform disciplined quantity takeoffs from plans/specs and supporting documentation.
  • Research and maintain current unit prices; apply accurate labor, equipment, and material costs.
  • Support senior estimators on scope changes, change-order analysis, and estimate reconciliations.
  • Draft and maintain the Basis of Estimate (BOE) for each submission.
  • Prepare estimates for Design-Build, CMGC, CMAR, and other Alternative Delivery projects.
  • Contribute to internal benchmarking, databases, and cost models.
  • Participate in design and constructability meetings to understand phasing and access/staging constraints.
  • Use estimating tools such as HCSS HeavyBid, Bluebeam Revu, Excel, and On-Screen Takeoff.

Qualifications

Required:

  • Bachelor's in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field.
  • 10–15 years of cost estimating for public infrastructure (ideally transit/rail/transportation).
  • Experience working in Design-Build and Alternative Delivery environments.
  • Strong Excel skills; comfort working with cost and quantity data.
  • Ability to read/interpret construction drawings and technical documents.
  • Excellent communication, organization, and documentation skills.

Preferred:

  • Prior support for LA Metro or similar Southern California public agencies.
  • Proficiency in HCSS HeavyBid, Sage Estimating, or equivalent tools.
  • Familiarity with On-Screen Takeoff and Bluebeam Revu workflows.
  • Exposure to risk-based estimating and cost forecasting approaches.

Consertus is an equal opportunity employer encouraging individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.

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