Estimator (Intermediate): Takeoffs, Budgets & Pricing

CDM Smith; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking an estimator in the United States to prepare accurate quantity take-offs, price materials, and develop budgets for projects. You will coordinate with vendors, supports conceptual estimating, and log all estimate activities.

The role requires travel up to 10% and a high school diploma with related experience. The successful candidate will work under senior estimators, develop pricing for basic elements, and assist in preparation of key estimating deliverables.

Qualifications

• Reading and interpreting drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of estimating techniques and cost control.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Produces accurate quantity and material take-offs from plans and specs.
• Enter quantity take-offs and unit prices for estimates.
• Apply work breakdown structure (WBS) and coordinate pricing with vendors.
• Develop budgets and purchasing plans with oversight from senior estimators.
• Coordinate document flow during estimate preparation and logging of estimates.

Skills

Estimating

Cost control

Reading drawings

Multi-tasking

Communication

PC skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Estimating software

On-screen digitizing

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking an estimator in the United States to prepare accurate quantity take-offs, price materials, and develop budgets for projects. You will coordinate with vendors, supports conceptual estimating, and log all estimate activities.

The role requires travel up to 10% and a high school diploma with related experience. The successful candidate will work under senior estimators, develop pricing for basic elements, and assist in preparation of key estimating deliverables.