Regional Chief Estimator

CDM Smith; Fort Wayne (IN); Hybrid; USD 121,000 - 213,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Regional Chief Estimator to lead estimating functions in a dynamic environment. In this pivotal role, you will manage budgets, staffing, and work assignments while ensuring adherence to corporate objectives. You will collaborate closely with project managers and design leads to provide administrative and technical assistance, ensuring accuracy in estimates and proposals. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence project success through effective cost management and strategic oversight. If you are passionate about the construction industry and possess strong leadership and communication skills, this role could be your next great career move.

Qualifications

• 10 years of related experience with 3 years in a supervisory role.
• Knowledge of estimating strategies and construction contracts.

Responsibilities

• Manage estimating functions, budgets, and staffing assignments.
• Coordinate with project managers and design leads for cost effectiveness.

Skills

Estimating techniques

Cost control

Material pricing

Multi-tasking

Decision-making

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Estimating software

On-Screen digitizing software

Job description

40906BR

Requisition ID: 40906BR

Business Unit: CCI

Job Title: Regional Chief Estimator

Group: CCI ESS Estimating

Employment Type: Regular

Job Description:

Manages and administers the estimating functions in assigned region, area or group to include operating budgets, staffing assignments, and work assignments. Implements established estimating policies in assigned region, area or group to meet overall corporate objectives. Works with project managers to provide administrative and technical assistance in negotiating purchase orders, subcontracts, and change orders during procurement. Supervises the preparation of market cost studies, materials and methods, and recommends appropriate changes to the database. Assists region leadership by reviewing project details and provides recommendations, and collaboratively determines strategies, techniques, and resources needed. Provides close coordination and oversight with design discipline leads for cost effectiveness and constructability for proposals. Ensures standardized use of approved estimating systems, maintenance and enhancement of the cost database estimating system. Maintains all historical data for estimating man-hours for various types of estimates (i.e. hard bid, design/build, construction management at risk, opinions of probable construction cost, etc.) and bid results by project. Reviews all final estimate and proposal packages to ensure accuracy and completeness for formal quotation and presentation. Contacts subcontractors and suppliers for outsource pricing. Performs additional duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School diploma or equivalent. 10 years of related experience with at least 3 of those years in a supervisory or management capacity. Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Must reside near a regional office (Denver, CO; Rancho Cucamonga, CA; Carlsbad, CA; Dallas, TX; Houston, TX; Maitland, FL; Syracuse, NY; Fairfax, VA; Boston, MA; Chelmsford, MA).
2. Experience in Wastewater industry.

Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of how corporate objectives impact estimating, estimating strategies and techniques, and construction contracts. Advanced knowledge of estimating techniques, cost control and material pricing. Reads and comprehends drawings and specifications and identifies missing elements during design development. Ability to perform conceptual estimates in multiple trades and review estimates in many trades. Strong ability to estimate many types of projects/contracts. Excellent multi-tasking skills and ability to meet strict deadlines. Strong personal computer and Estimating and On-Screen digitizing software skills. Strong written and verbal communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Proven decision-making and problem-solving skills.

Amount of Travel Required: 20%

Assignment Category: Fulltime-Regular

Visa Sponsorship Available: No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position.

Pay Range Minimum: $121,368

Pay Range Maximum: $212,368

Additional Compensation: All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.

Work Location Options: Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate.