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Junior Cost EstimatorKKCS • Los Angeles, CA, US
Junior Cost Estimator

Junior Cost Estimator

KKCS • Los Angeles, CA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

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.

Learn more at www.consertus.com

Junior Cost Estimator – Rail & Transit

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

  • $135,200 – $156,000 annually (Equivalent to $65 – $75 / hour, W2)
  • Company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees
  • 401k retirement plan with company matching contribution
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid time off
  • Company-paid life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) benefits
  • Company-paid long-term (LTD) insurance
  • Annual tuition assistance allowance for employees
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

POSITION DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

Consertus is seeking a Junior Cost Estimator to support active LA Metro rail and transit projects in Downtown Los Angeles . This hybrid position offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting complex infrastructure projects, including those delivered through Design-Build and Alternative Delivery methods. We’re looking for individuals with a strong foundation in cost estimating, enthusiasm for public transportation work, and a desire to grow within a supportive and technically driven team.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Assist in developing detailed construction cost estimates from conceptual design through final construction documents.
  • Perform quantity take-offs using drawings, specifications, and other supporting documentation.
  • Research current unit costs and apply accurate labor, equipment, and material pricing.
  • Support senior estimators on scope changes, change order analysis, and cost reconciliations.
  • Help develop Basis of Estimate (BOE) documentation to accompany project estimates.
  • Contribute to the preparation of estimates for projects delivered via Design-Build, CMGC, CMAR, and other Alternative Delivery methods.
  • Support internal cost benchmarking and database maintenance.
  • Attend project meetings to understand design intent and construction phasing.
  • Use estimating software such as HCSS HeavyBid, Bluebeam, Excel, and On-Screen Takeoff.
  • QUALIFICATIONS

    Education :

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field.
  • Experience :

  • 2–5 years of experience in cost estimating for public infrastructure, preferably transit, rail, or transportation projects.
  • Familiarity with Design-Build and Alternative Delivery project environments.
  • Strong Excel skills and ability to work with cost and quantity data.
  • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and technical documents.
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills.
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Experience supporting LA Metro or similar Southern California agency projects.
  • Proficiency in HCSS HeavyBid, Sage Estimating, or other cost estimating software.
  • Familiarity with On-Screen Takeoff or Bluebeam Revu.
  • 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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