Estimator II: Takeoffs, Budgets & Quotes

CDM Smith; Carmel (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking an experienced estimator to produce accurate quantity take-offs, pricing, and budgets for project estimates. You will coordinate with vendors, prepare material pricing, and support conceptual estimating efforts.

The role requires a High School diploma or equivalent and about 5 years of related experience, with occasional travel up to 10% of time. Strong communication skills and proficiency with estimating software are essential.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates knowledge of estimating techniques, cost control and material pricing.
• Reads drawings and specifications to identify missing elements during design development.
• Able to multi-task, meet deadlines, and communicate effectively in writing and verbally.

Responsibilities

• Produces accurate quantity and material take-offs from plans and specs for estimates.
• Enters take-offs and unit prices for project elements.
• Coordinates pricing with vendors and subcontractors; supports conceptual estimating.
• Develops budgets and purchasing plans with limited supervision.

Skills

Estimating techniques

Cost control

Material pricing

Reading drawings

Multi-tasking

Software proficiency

Estimating software

On-Screen digitizing

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Estimating software

On-Screen digitizing

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking an experienced estimator to produce accurate quantity take-offs, pricing, and budgets for project estimates. You will coordinate with vendors, prepare material pricing, and support conceptual estimating efforts.

The role requires a High School diploma or equivalent and about 5 years of related experience, with occasional travel up to 10% of time. Strong communication skills and proficiency with estimating software are essential.