Junior Project Cost Estimator
Francison Consulting, Inc., Los Angeles, CA, United States
Francison Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Junior Project Cost Estimator to join our established Cost Estimating team supporting LAUSD. This is an opportunity to work on one of the largest and most impactful school construction programs in the country while learning from a highly experienced team.
You’ll contribute to developing independent cost estimates, supporting change order pricing, and helping project teams make informed financial decisions. This role offers strong exposure to real world projects, collaboration with seasoned professionals, and a clear path for growth in construction cost management.
What You’ll Do
You’ll play a key role in helping projects stay financially on track by building clear, reliable cost insights and supporting smart decision making.
Develop independent cost estimates to support project teams in evaluating proposals and strengthening negotiation positions
Support change order pricing by preparing detailed estimates for owner representatives
Assist with pricing discussions and negotiations by providing data driven insights
Analyze claims and prepare cost evaluations to assess validity and impact
Build detailed construction cost estimates from drawings, specifications, and conceptual sketches
Review contractor proposals and claims to ensure accuracy, fairness, and accountability
Stay informed on market trends by researching current labor and material cost changes
What You Bring
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or a related field
At least 2 years of hands on experience in construction estimating, ideally within facilities or school construction projects
Strong understanding of local labor and material costs
Experience scoping and pricing change orders with confidence
Ability to compare independent estimates with contractor proposals and clearly identify gaps or discrepancies
Skilled at developing scope from RFIs and RFCs and independently pricing that work
Clear communication skills, both written and verbal
Strong analytical mindset with the ability to dig into details and uncover key insights
Why Join Us
Be part of a well established estimating team supporting LAUSD, one of the largest school construction programs in the nation
Gain hands on experience working on high visibility public sector projects
Learn directly from experienced estimators and project professionals
Build a strong foundation in cost estimating, change orders, and claims analysis
Work in a collaborative, supportive team environment that values growth and development
Competitive salary and strong benefits package
Opportunity to grow your career within a trusted consulting firm with long term client relationships
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You’ll contribute to developing independent cost estimates, supporting change order pricing, and helping project teams make informed financial decisions. This role offers strong exposure to real world projects, collaboration with seasoned professionals, and a clear path for growth in construction cost management.
What You’ll Do
You’ll play a key role in helping projects stay financially on track by building clear, reliable cost insights and supporting smart decision making.
Develop independent cost estimates to support project teams in evaluating proposals and strengthening negotiation positions
Support change order pricing by preparing detailed estimates for owner representatives
Assist with pricing discussions and negotiations by providing data driven insights
Analyze claims and prepare cost evaluations to assess validity and impact
Build detailed construction cost estimates from drawings, specifications, and conceptual sketches
Review contractor proposals and claims to ensure accuracy, fairness, and accountability
Stay informed on market trends by researching current labor and material cost changes
What You Bring
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or a related field
At least 2 years of hands on experience in construction estimating, ideally within facilities or school construction projects
Strong understanding of local labor and material costs
Experience scoping and pricing change orders with confidence
Ability to compare independent estimates with contractor proposals and clearly identify gaps or discrepancies
Skilled at developing scope from RFIs and RFCs and independently pricing that work
Clear communication skills, both written and verbal
Strong analytical mindset with the ability to dig into details and uncover key insights
Why Join Us
Be part of a well established estimating team supporting LAUSD, one of the largest school construction programs in the nation
Gain hands on experience working on high visibility public sector projects
Learn directly from experienced estimators and project professionals
Build a strong foundation in cost estimating, change orders, and claims analysis
Work in a collaborative, supportive team environment that values growth and development
Competitive salary and strong benefits package
Opportunity to grow your career within a trusted consulting firm with long term client relationships
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