Adam Johnson
Senior Estimator
Systems, Electrical
● Years of Experience:
15
● Joined Krebs:
2022
● Prior to Krebs:
Modern Railway Systems (MRS), Balfour Beatty, Aldridge Electric
Adam is an experienced systems estimator specializing in transit and transportation projects across the U.S. He provides accurate, contractor-informed cost estimates for electrical and signaling systems, traction power, communications, and OCS, supporting successful project delivery from concept through construction.
Career Journey
Adam has managed all aspects of the estimating process, including quantity takeoffs, labor analysis, cost modeling, and bid strategy. His hands-on approach, combined with deep knowledge of union labor agreements, ensures precise and practical estimates. He has supported both design-build and traditional delivery methods, collaborating with owners, design teams, and contractors to achieve on-time, on-budget outcomes.
He has extensive experience with major transit agencies, providing reliable cost guidance and construction insight to complex projects nationwide.
Krebs Corporation Representative Projects:
- Sound Transit Projects (Washington)
- Austin Transit Partnership Programs (Texas)
- BART System Improvements (California)
- California High-Speed Rail (California)
Prior to Krebs Representative Projects:
- LAX Automated People Mover (California)
- Boston Green Line Extension (Massachusetts)
- NICTD Double Track (Indiana)
B.S. Construction Management, Western Illinois University
Minor Mathematics, Western Illinois University