Cost Engineer

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We are looking for an experienced Cost Engineer / Cost & Schedule Analyst based in Los Angeles, CA, to support the LA Metro’s Reconnecting Communities and Neighborhoods (RCN) Program.

$/yr – $/yr

Key responsibilities include:

• Support the preparation of cost‑reduction recommendations, including value engineering and risk assessment inputs to improve project cost effectiveness.
• Assist in establishing the schedule sequencing for design, procurement, bidding, and award of construction and professional services contracts to achieve on‑time delivery.
• Analyze schedule risks and develop alternatives and expected outcomes to mitigate potential delays and reduce exposure to schedule‑driven impacts.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, including logic ties and activity relationships, to optimize contract interfaces and accurately forecast project completion.
• Apply quantitative models and performance metrics to support performance measurement reporting, budget and schedule forecasting, and program‑level visibility.
• Coordinate and support “what‑if” scenario planning (sensitivity analysis) to mitigate cost overruns and schedule delays; identify opportunities to accelerate delivery without increasing cost.
• Support Project Management with time impact analyses, special studies, and cost/schedule forecasts; assist with evaluation of schedule impacts and potential claims.
• Review cost and schedule deliverables and provide recommendations to strengthen project controls and decision‑making.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management or business.
• 7–10 years of relevant experience performing project cost and scheduling work in Rail & Transit.
• Proficiency with Primavera, FIS, Eco Sys, Oracle Discoverer, Oracle P6, and Microsoft Project.
• Strong technical skills with knowledge of spreadsheets, graphics, database management, and word processing software.

Full‑time, exempt role with standard business hours. This is a hybrid position requiring 3–4 days per week onsite in Los Angeles, CA, with the remaining time worked remotely.

$145,600 – $156,000 annually; eligible for bonus.

• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, and vision).
• Company‑paid life and disability insurance.
• Optional benefits such as pet insurance, legal, and supplemental health plans.
• 401(k) with day‑one eligibility, 3% safe harbor and up to 2.5% company match.
• Generous time off: 10 paid holidays and PTO starting at 15 days, growing up to 25.
• Access to Consertus Academy for continuous learning and development.

If you are passionate about cost and schedule management in the rail and transit industry and want to contribute to a fast‑growing, forward‑thinking organization, we would like to hear from you. Apply today!

Consertus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and identities, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected status.