Job Description:

About the Position

Join our team as a Sr. Cost Estimator, where your expertise will shape the success of high-profile projects. We are seeking a results-oriented professional with exceptional skills in cost estimation and a proven ability to develop and implement advanced tools and best practices. In this position, you will take charge of complex, large-scale projects, applying your specialized technical knowledge to deliver accurate and reliable cost estimates throughout every stage of project development. Your responsibilities will include producing precise conceptual, definitive, and man-hour estimates to ensure budgets align seamlessly with project scope and objectives. If you are a detail-driven expert with a passion for innovation and a commitment to excellence, this is your opportunity to make an impact on some of the industrys most dynamic and challenging projects.

This is a long term, full-time, on-site position located in the Atlanta metro area, 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

• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or related degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5+ years of experience with the development of construction cost estimates for civil infrastructure projects related to highways, roads, or bridges.
• Experience developing construction cost estimates for heavy civil infrastructure projects.

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 candidates 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 #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 hiring@luster.com for accommodations necessary to complete the application process.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/protected veterans

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