Estimator: Takeoffs, Budgets & Costs

CDM Smith; Henderson (NV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith in Henderson, NV is seeking an experienced estimator to produce accurate quantity take-offs, enter pricing, develop pricing for basic project elements and coordinate with vendors. You will support budgets, purchasing plans, and flow of documents with minimal oversight from senior estimators.

Travel up to 10% may be required and a high school diploma with 5 years of related experience is expected. Ability to read drawings, manage multiple tasks, and communicate effectively is essential.

Qualifications

• Proficient in estimating techniques and cost control.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specs to identify missing elements.
• Strong multi-tasking skills and ability to meet strict deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Produces accurate quantity and material take-offs by reviewing plans and specs for estimate preparation.
• Enters quantity take-offs and material unit pricing for the project.
• Coordinates estimate material pricing from vendors and other sources; develops pricing for basic elements.
• Contacts subcontractors and suppliers for outsource pricing.
• Contributes to preparation of key estimating deliverables; supports conceptual estimating efforts.

Skills

Estimating techniques

Cost control

Reading drawings

Multi-tasking

PC skills

Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Estimating software

On-Screen digitizing

Job description

CDM Smith in Henderson, NV is seeking an experienced estimator to produce accurate quantity take-offs, enter pricing, develop pricing for basic project elements and coordinate with vendors. You will support budgets, purchasing plans, and flow of documents with minimal oversight from senior estimators.

Travel up to 10% may be required and a high school diploma with 5 years of related experience is expected. Ability to read drawings, manage multiple tasks, and communicate effectively is essential.