Federal Cost Estimator - MII/RSMeans Specialist

CDM Smith; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 76,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a Senior Cost Estimator in the United States to prepare detailed cost estimates for Federal projects. You will analyze proposals, interpret drawings, and build cost models while collaborating with project managers, COS, engineers and contracting officers to ensure alignment with technical requirements.

Candidate should have a Bachelor's degree and at least five years of relevant estimating experience, with proficiency in MII, RSMeans, PACES and Success Estimator, and a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; related experience may substitute.
• 5 years of cost estimating experience in Federal projects.
• Knowledge of FAR, DFARS, CAS and government procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates using MII, PACES, RSMeans and Success Estimator per FAR standards.
• Analyze cost proposals, bids and change orders for accuracy and compliance.
• Interpret drawings and specs to develop estimates through design stages.
• Develop cost models and pricing databases from historical data.
• Collaborate with PMs, COS, engineers, and contracting officers for alignment.
• Support value engineering and risk assessment activities.
• Prepare narratives and documentation for government review and IGEs.
• Ensure compliance with FAR, CAS and agency procedures.

Skills

Federal estimating

Cost analysis

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

MII (MCACES II)

RSMeans

PACES

Success Estimator

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a Senior Cost Estimator in the United States to prepare detailed cost estimates for Federal projects. You will analyze proposals, interpret drawings, and build cost models while collaborating with project managers, COS, engineers and contracting officers to ensure alignment with technical requirements.

Candidate should have a Bachelor's degree and at least five years of relevant estimating experience, with proficiency in MII, RSMeans, PACES and Success Estimator, and a