Estimator II: Budgets, Takeoffs & Vendor Pricing

CDM Smith; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 90,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking an experienced estimator to produce accurate quantity take-offs, price material units, and coordinate pricing with vendors for major projects in the United States. The role involves developing budgets, WBS, and contributing to key estimating deliverables.

Travel up to 10% may be required. A high school diploma and 5 years of related experience are expected, with proficiency in estimating software and On-Screen digitizing tools.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 5 years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Produces accurate quantity and material take-offs by reviewing plans, specifications, and instructions for estimate preparation.
• Enters quantity take-offs and material unit pricings as applicable to project.
• Applies appropriate work breakdown structure (WBS).
• Coordinates estimate material pricing from vendors and other sources and develops pricing for basic project elements.
• Contacts subcontractors and suppliers for outsource pricing.
• Contributes to the preparation of key estimating deliverables.
• Supports conceptual estimating efforts within the department, including development of basic models for review by senior personnel.
• Develops budgets and purchasing plans with minimal oversight from senior estimation staff.

Skills

Estimating techniques

Cost control

Reading drawings

Multi-tasking

Computer skills

Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Estimating software

On-Screen digitizing software

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking an experienced estimator to produce accurate quantity take-offs, price material units, and coordinate pricing with vendors for major projects in the United States. The role involves developing budgets, WBS, and contributing to key estimating deliverables.

Travel up to 10% may be required. A high school diploma and 5 years of related experience are expected, with proficiency in estimating software and On-Screen digitizing tools.