Regional Electrical Estimating Lead

CDM Smith; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 123,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking an experienced estimator to manage the estimating function for a region, ensuring accurate cost data and timely proposals. You will coordinate with project managers, suppliers, and subcontractors to price hard bid, design/build, and CM@R projects.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent with 10 years of related experience and a minimum 3 years in supervision. Travel 20%–40% is required, with detailed attention to cost control and data integrity.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent with 10 years of related experience.
• At least 3 years in a supervisory/management capacity.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required (20%–40%).
• Experience with estimating systems and cost databases.

Responsibilities

• Manage and administer estimating functions for region, area, or group.
• Implement estimating policies to meet corporate objectives.
• Negotiate purchase orders, subcontracts, and change orders during procurement.
• Supervise preparation of market cost studies and materials/methods analysis.
• Review project details with region leadership and determine strategies.

Skills

Estimating

Cost control

Drawing interpretation

Leadership

Deadlines

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Estimating software

On-Screen digitizing

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking an experienced estimator to manage the estimating function for a region, ensuring accurate cost data and timely proposals. You will coordinate with project managers, suppliers, and subcontractors to price hard bid, design/build, and CM@R projects.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent with 10 years of related experience and a minimum 3 years in supervision. Travel 20%–40% is required, with detailed attention to cost control and data integrity.