Lead Environmental Cost Estimator for Remediation

CDM Smith; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 91,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking an experienced Environmental Engineer (Level 5) to lead cost estimating for complex remediation and civil projects in the United States. You will develop detailed estimates across planning, design, and construction phases and support project authorization and bidding processes.

The role requires strong CERCLA/RCRA knowledge, MCACES/MII experience, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to integrate design elements into robust cost models. Travel up to 10% is possible.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental or Chemical Engineering.
• Professional engineering (PE) license.
• 7 years of related experience.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.
• Experience with CERCLA and RCRA remediation processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation of detailed cost estimates for environmental remediation and civil infrastructure projects.
• Develop cost estimates during CERCLA and RCRA feasibility studies, including evaluation of remedial alternatives and lifecycle cost comparisons.
• Prepare cost estimates to support project authorization, budgeting, and contractor bid evaluations.
• Utilize cost estimating tools such as MCACES and Excel-based models to generate accurate estimates.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate design elements into cost models.
• Participate in value engineering studies to optimize project delivery.
• Provide cost risk analysis, assumptions documentation, and estimate validation for decision-making.
• Support construction phase activities, including change order evaluations and cost tracking.

Skills

Cost estimating

CERCLA

RCRA

Environmental remediation

MCACES MII

Excel modeling

Communication

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Environmental/Chemical Engineering

PE License

Tools

MCACES MII

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking an experienced Environmental Engineer (Level 5) to lead cost estimating for complex remediation and civil projects in the United States. You will develop detailed estimates across planning, design, and construction phases and support project authorization and bidding processes.

The role requires strong CERCLA/RCRA knowledge, MCACES/MII experience, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to integrate design elements into robust cost models. Travel up to 10% is possible.