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Jaquith Consulting Group, Inc.

Senior Estimator - Rail and Transit

Sacramento, California, United States · Hybrid

$114k–$180k/yr

Senior+

Location: Sacramento, CA or Fresno, CA (On-site at least 3 days per week) Employment Type: Full-Time Expected Salary Range: $113,900.80 - $180,000.00 About the Role Jaquith Consulting Group, Inc. (JCG) is seeking a skill…

Skills: Capital Cost Estimating, Transit Infrastructure, Contractor Estimate Review, Change Order Analysis, Blueprint Reading

Senior Estimator - Rail and Transit

Jaquith Consulting Group, Inc.

Sacramento, California, United States • Hybrid

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  • $114k–$180k/yr
  • Full-time
  • bachelor degree, professional certificate
  • Health insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, 401(k) plan, Profit sharing, Paid holidays
  • Posted 40d ago
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

Develop comprehensive capital cost estimates for transit infrastructure projects from conceptual planning to final construction. Support the review of contractor estimates, claims, and change orders while establishing programmatic estimating policies.

Requirements

Requires over 15 years of estimating experience, with at least 10 years specifically in large-scale transit projects exceeding $1B. A degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management and proficiency in cost management software are preferred.

Full job description

Location: Sacramento, CA or Fresno, CA (On-site at least 3 days per week)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Expected Salary Range: $113,900.80 - $180,000.00

About the Role
Jaquith Consulting Group, Inc. (JCG) is seeking a skilled and collaborative Senior Estimator to support capital cost estimating efforts to support the California High-Speed Rail Authority. Under the general direction of the Estimating Manager, you will be responsible for developing cost estimates.

You will support the review of contractor estimates, change orders, and claims, participate in the development of estimating plans and procedures, and contribute to maintaining consistency and transparency across the program. Your work will directly support informed decision‑making and the successful delivery of one of the nation’s largest and most complex infrastructure programs.

Key Responsibilities
  • Works in the development of all capital cost estimates for the client from planning conceptual level to final design and construction cost estimates
  • Facilitates the development of information used to develop cost estimates with all internal and external stakeholders
  • Supports the development of the bi-annual Programmatic Business Plan capital cost estimates, Program Baselines and Project Update Reports
  • Supports the review of Contractor estimates and claims
  • Develop policies and procedures for programmatic cost estimating
Minimum Qualifications
  • Possesses knowledge of design and construction disciplines, including the means and methods used on transit infrastructure projects
  • Demonstrates the ability to coordinate and utilize internal and external resources to develop accurate cost estimates within a schedule-driven program environment
Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or Construction Science/Management
  • Proficiency and knowledge of computer software applications Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, and cost management software
  • Must have 15+ years of estimating experience with minimum 10 years in transit work with typical project size over $1B
  • Professional certification as cost estimator and/or engineer is preferable
  • Work experience on large programs with proven track record
  • Experience in database driven estimating software (Timberline, Heavy Bid, H C S S, Onscreen Takeoff, etc.)
  • Experience with analyzing, reviewing, and estimating of change orders and good negotiations skills
  • Ability to produce oral and written presentation to client and other stakeholders
  • Strong work experience with MS Office application
  • Can communicate effectively with different disciplines to obtain scope of work and other information and manage the development of estimates
  • Ability to read blueprints and generate, quantities, work breakdown structure and scope of work
  • Can communicate effectively with different disciplines to obtain scope of work and other information and manage the development and review of schedules
  • Can create an estimate plan leading to deliver a complete estimate complying with program requirements
  • Supervision of the junior and mid-level estimators and cost analysts
  • Carries out additional responsibilities as needed
What Makes You a Great Fit
  • Effective communicator and team contributor
  • Knowledge in transportation and rail systems domain
  • Strong technical and coordination skills
  • Extensive estimating expertise for large transit or infrastructure programs
Benefits
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan, profit sharing
  • Paid holidays
Jaquith Consulting Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

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RailTransitInfrastructureCalifornia High-Speed Rail AuthorityTimberlineHeavy BidHCSSOnscreen TakeoffMicrosoft OfficeCivil EngineeringConstruction ScienceConstruction ManagementCost EstimatingProgrammatic Business PlanProject Update ReportsCapital Cost Estimates

About Jaquith Consulting Group, Inc.

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Trusted Advisors for Complex Infrastructure Programs | Project Management · Project Controls · DBE · Labor Compliance

Industry
Business Consulting and Services
Company size
11-50 employees
Founded
2020
Headquarters
Laguna Niguel, CA
LinkedIn followers
101

Jaquith Consulting Group, Inc. (JCG) is a certified Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) and Small Business Enterprise (SBE) specializing in program management, project controls, and compliance consulting for complex infrastructure and public works programs. We support state, federal, and local agencies, as well as private sector clients, on multi-billion-dollar transportation and capital improvement initiatives. Our team brings deep expertise in project controls, scheduling, cost management, forensic analysis, negotiations support, and program delivery, giving clients the clarity and confidence to manage risk, maintain accountability and make informed decisions at every stage. We are nationally recognized for designing, implementing, and administering DBE, SBE, Labor Compliance, ADA, EEO, and Title VI programs, handling the full scope from program development and goal setting to good-faith effort reviews, compliance monitoring, enforcement and reporting. We also regularly develop subrecipient agreements, field monitoring tools and performance frameworks that strengthen oversight and support successful delivery. At JCG, we believe the best consulting work is not just technically sound but defensible, transparent, and built to last. We exist to champion our clients by solving complex challenges, anticipating risk, and delivering work that drives meaningful public impact. Our valued clients include: California High-Speed Rail Authority Caltrans LA Metro Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) Southern California Regional Rail Authority (SCRRA) San Joaquin Valley Regional Rail Authority Gateway Development Center (GDC) Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) City of Norwalk Los Angeles World Airport (LAWA) East San Fernando Valley ...and more! Follow us for insights on DBE compliance, program delivery, and what it actually takes to keep federally funded infrastructure programs on track.

Offices: 30011 Ivy Glenn Drive, Suite 124, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677, US

ConsultingLabor ComplianceDBESBEEEOTitle VI ProgramADAProject ControlsProject ManagementConstruction Management
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About Jaquith Consulting Group, Inc.

LinkedInVisit site

Trusted Advisors for Complex Infrastructure Programs | Project Management · Project Controls · DBE · Labor Compliance

Industry
Business Consulting and Services
Company size
11-50 employees
Founded
2020
Headquarters
Laguna Niguel, CA
LinkedIn followers
101

Jaquith Consulting Group, Inc. (JCG) is a certified Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) and Small Business Enterprise (SBE) specializing in program management, project controls, and compliance consulting for complex infrastructure and public works programs. We support state, federal, and local agencies, as well as private sector clients, on multi-billion-dollar transportation and capital improvement initiatives. Our team brings deep expertise in project controls, scheduling, cost management, forensic analysis, negotiations support, and program delivery, giving clients the clarity and confidence to manage risk, maintain accountability and make informed decisions at every stage. We are nationally recognized for designing, implementing, and administering DBE, SBE, Labor Compliance, ADA, EEO, and Title VI programs, handling the full scope from program development and goal setting to good-faith effort reviews, compliance monitoring, enforcement and reporting. We also regularly develop subrecipient agreements, field monitoring tools and performance frameworks that strengthen oversight and support successful delivery. At JCG, we believe the best consulting work is not just technically sound but defensible, transparent, and built to last. We exist to champion our clients by solving complex challenges, anticipating risk, and delivering work that drives meaningful public impact. Our valued clients include: California High-Speed Rail Authority Caltrans LA Metro Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) Southern California Regional Rail Authority (SCRRA) San Joaquin Valley Regional Rail Authority Gateway Development Center (GDC) Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) City of Norwalk Los Angeles World Airport (LAWA) East San Fernando Valley ...and more! Follow us for insights on DBE compliance, program delivery, and what it actually takes to keep federally funded infrastructure programs on track.

Offices: 30011 Ivy Glenn Drive, Suite 124, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677, US

ConsultingLabor ComplianceDBESBEEEOTitle VI ProgramADAProject ControlsProject ManagementConstruction Management
View all jobs at Jaquith Consulting Group, Inc.

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