Junior Estimator — Build Budgets, Takeoffs & Bids

Trinnex Inc.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking an Estimator to produce accurate quantity and material take-offs, review plans, and prepare estimates for projects.

The role involves coordinating pricing with vendors, engaging subcontractors, and developing budgets with minimal oversight. Travel up to 10% may be required. Strong reading of drawings, cost control and communication skills are essential; HS diploma and 3 years' related experience required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of estimating techniques, cost control and material pricing.
• Ability to read and comprehend drawings and specifications.
• Solid multi-tasking skills and ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Produces accurate quantity and material take-offs by reviewing plans, specifications, and instructions for estimate preparation.
• Enters quantity take-offs and material unit pricings as applicable to project.
• Applies appropriate work breakdown structure (WBS).
• Coordinates estimate material pricing from vendors and other sources and develops pricing for basic project elements.
• Contacts subcontractors and suppliers for outsource pricing.
• Contributes to the preparation of key estimating deliverables.
• Supports conceptual estimating efforts within the department, including development of basic models for review by senior personnel.
• Develops budgets and purchasing plans with minimal oversight from senior estimation staff.
• Coordinates flow of documents during estimate preparation.
• Provides administrative logging of estimates.
• Performs additional duties as required.

Skills

Estimating techniques

Cost control

Reading drawings

Multi-tasking

Estimating software

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Estimating software

On-Screen digitizing

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking an Estimator to produce accurate quantity and material take-offs, review plans, and prepare estimates for projects.

The role involves coordinating pricing with vendors, engaging subcontractors, and developing budgets with minimal oversight. Travel up to 10% may be required. Strong reading of drawings, cost control and communication skills are essential; HS diploma and 3 years' related experience required.