Sr. Construction Cost Estimator
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Job Description
Who is Luster National?
Luster National, Inc. (Luster) is a strategic consulting firm, headquartered in Mill Valley, CA, with offices nationwide, that specializes in management consulting services and program, project, and construction management activities. For over 34 years, we have led projects across the US focusing on various sectors including roads and bridges, transit, aviation, and select vertical work. Our values, refined over decades, highlight client focus, professional integrity, and social responsibility.
We're proud to share that our firm, and its quality management system, is ISO 9001:2015 certified! We have a successful track record spanning a broad spectrum of professional services, including:
- Strategic Consulting and Planning Services
- Program, Project, Construction and Facilities Management
- Environmental Consulting
- Quality and Risk Management
- Stakeholder Alignment
- Program Controls and Document Management
- Utility and ROW
- Construction Management Related Services
- Public/Community Outreach
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
- Workforce Development
Why Luster?
At Luster, we believe that our employees are the heart of our success. We recognize that each team member is not only a professional but a person with diverse roles and responsibilities both within and outside the workplace. Our culture reflects this understanding, fostering an environment where individuals are supported holistically personally, professionally, and creatively. We understand that our success is directly tied to the well-being and development of our people. This is why we are committed to creating a workplace that values the whole person embracing who they are, what they bring, and how they can grow. By doing so, we ensure that our team members are not just employees, but empowered individuals who contribute to the collective success of our company and the communities we serve.
About the Position
Join our team as a Senior Estimator, where you'll bring your expertise to the forefront of high-impact projects. We're looking for a driven professional with a deep understanding of cost estimation and the ability to lead the development and implementation of cutting-edge tools and best practices. In this role, you'll navigate complex, large-scale projects, leveraging your specialized technical knowledge to deliver precise cost estimates at every stage of project development. You'll be responsible for crafting accurate conceptual, definitive, and man-hour estimates, ensuring project budgets are realistic and aligned with scope and objectives. If you're an expert in cost estimating with a passion for precision and innovation, this is your opportunity to take the lead on some of the industry's most exciting projects.
This is a long term, full-time, on-site position located in Atlanta, GA.
Responsibilities
- Oversee independent cost estimates for change orders, providing cost support for Value Engineering Studies, design workshops, and procurement documents.
- Develop complex cost models, perform claims analysis, and generate preliminary estimates before detailed designs.
- Analyze project specs, materials, and historical data to estimate labor, materials, equipment, and duration of construction activities.
- Ensure quality and accuracy in quantity takeoffs, cost estimates, and compliance with financial and regulatory standards.
- Collaborate with scheduling and risk teams to align estimates with construction schedules and project risk profiles.
- Manage estimation software use, maintain historical cost databases, and lead or support price negotiations.
- Lead multiple estimating projects, providing oversight, quality control, and guidance to team members.
- Participate in client presentations and perform other related duties as needed.
Skills and Attributes
- Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Possess excellent multi-tasking and organizational skills.
- Possess excellent collaboration skills.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or related degree plus 5+ years of relevant experience OR 13 years of relevant experience with the development of cost estimates.
Preferred Qualifications
- AACE Certified Estimating Professional (CEP), Certified Cost Professional (CCP), ASPE Certified Professional Estimator (CPE) or equivalent.
- Experience working for a general contractor for a minimum of 3-5 years.
- Experience preparing cost estimates on behalf of general contractors using commercially available estimating software (e.g., HCSS HeavyBid, InEight, HCSS, HeavyJob, ProCore, BidNet Estimator, Viewpoint Estimating, Primavera)
- Experience in 2 or more phases of the project lifecycle (e.g., predesign, design, procurement, construction, and post-construction phases).
- Experience working as a client's PM/CM agent (e.g., providing program management/construction management services), or as part of a design-build contractor (or equivalent design and construction experience).
Compensation Details
The salary range listed for this role is $125k-$160k. The final salary offered is based on multiple factors and is thoughtfully aligned with each candidate's level of experience, breadth of skills, total education achieved, certifications/licenses that have been obtained, etc.
Just LOOK at the Benefits We Offer!
- Unlimited Flexible Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare and Dependent/Elder Care)
- Long Term Disability Insurance
- Short Term Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Policy
- 401(k) Plan with Guaranteed Employer Contribution
- Formal Career Planning and Development Program
- $2,500 Annually Towards Professional Development
- Wellness Program with Monthly Wellness Stipend
- Company Cell Phone or Cell Phone Plan Reimbursement
- Personalized Meal Planning & Nutrition Support With a Registered Dietitian
- Financial Planning Services
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Discounts
- Employee Referral Bonus #IN-LNJS
Luster is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to criminal history, race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. This employer participates in E-Verify. The employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.
All positions may be subject to a background check and drug test once a conditional offer of employment is made for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities, in accordance with all applicable local, state, and/or federal regulations.
This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.
Luster does not accept unsolicited resumes. In the absence of a signed agreement, Luster will not consider or agree to payment of any kind. Any unsolicited resumes presented to Luster personnel, including those submitted to Luster hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Luster.
Please email [email protected] for accommodations necessary to complete the application process.
