Gus Thornton

Gus Thornton is a seasoned professional in the field of cost estimation with extensive experience in vertical construction projects. Currently serving as a Senior Estimator at The Weitz Company since May 2023, Gus has held similar senior estimator roles at Sun Construction and Facility Services, Inc. since August 2016, where responsibilities include reviewing plans and producing budget and bid estimates. Previous experience includes serving as a Senior Cost Estimator at LS Gallegos & Associates, focusing on change order requests and negotiations; and as an Estimator at Ayuda Management Corporation, where tasks involved site visits and cost estimates. Gus's career also includes a tenure as Cost Engineer III at Project Time & Cost, with a focus on large-scale projects, as well as foundational roles in engineering design at ADT Security Services. Gus holds a Bachelor of Science in Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering from the University of Colorado Boulder.