Intermediate Estimator: Take-Offs, Pricing & Budgets

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

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking an experienced estimator in Las Vegas to support project estimates by preparing quantity take-offs, pricing materials, and coordinating with vendors. The role includes budgeting, procurement planning, and collaboration with senior staff to produce reliable estimates.

The position requires strong communication, organizational skills, and the ability to read drawings and specifications. Travel up to 10% may be involved, with a focus on accurate, timely deliverables.

Qualifications

• 5 years of related experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

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.
• Develops budgets and purchasing plans with minimal oversight from senior estimation staff.
• Coordinates estimate material pricing from vendors and other sources.
• Contacts subcontractors and suppliers for outsource pricing.
• Contributes to the preparation of key estimating deliverables.
• Supports conceptual estimating efforts within the department.

Skills

Estimating techniques

Cost control

Material pricing

Reading drawings

Multi-tasking

Estimating software

On-Screen digitizing

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking an experienced estimator in Las Vegas to support project estimates by preparing quantity take-offs, pricing materials, and coordinating with vendors. The role includes budgeting, procurement planning, and collaboration with senior staff to produce reliable estimates.

The position requires strong communication, organizational skills, and the ability to read drawings and specifications. Travel up to 10% may be involved, with a focus on accurate, timely deliverables.