Estimator: Takeoffs, Budgets & Vendor Pricing

CDM Smith; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith in Independence, MO is seeking an Estimator to produce accurate quantity take-offs, enter pricing, and develop basic project element pricing for bids. You will coordinate with vendors, support conceptual estimating, and help prepare key deliverables while maintaining schedules.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent with at least 5 years of related experience; travel up to 10% may be required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent with related experience.
• 5 years of related estimating experience or equivalent.
• Ability to travel 10% or less as required by duties.

Responsibilities

• Produces accurate quantity and material take-offs by reviewing plans, specs, and instructions for estimate preparation.
• Enters quantity take-offs and material unit pricings for project estimates.
• Applies appropriate work breakdown structure (WBS).
• Coordinates estimate material pricing from vendors and other sources.
• Contacts subcontractors and suppliers for outsource pricing.
• Contributes to preparation of key estimating deliverables.
• Supports conceptual estimating efforts and development of basic models.
• Develops budgets and purchasing plans with minimal oversight.

Skills

Estimating techniques

Cost control

Material pricing

Reading drawings

Multi-tasking

Estimating software

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

On-Screen digitizing software

Job description

CDM Smith in Independence, MO is seeking an Estimator to produce accurate quantity take-offs, enter pricing, and develop basic project element pricing for bids. You will coordinate with vendors, support conceptual estimating, and help prepare key deliverables while maintaining schedules.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent with at least 5 years of related experience; travel up to 10% may be required.