Regional Electrical Estimator Lead

CDM Smith; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 123,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith in the United States seeks an experienced Estimator to lead the estimating functions for designated regions and to collaborate with project managers on pricing, subcontracts, and change orders. The role includes supervising cost studies and maintaining cost databases to support proposals.

The position requires a High School diploma or equivalent with about 10 years of related experience, including supervisory duties; travel 20-40% is expected across projects.

Qualifications

• Must have 10 years of related estimating experience with at least 3 years in a supervisory or management capacity.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required (20%–40%).
• Ability to read drawings and specifications and prepare conceptual estimates across multiple trades.

Responsibilities

• Manage and administer the estimating functions for the assigned region or group.
• Collaborate with project managers on pricing, purchase orders, subcontracts and change orders.
• Supervise market cost studies, materials/methods, and cost database maintenance.
• Provide guidance to leadership on project details, strategies, and resources; coordinate with design leads for constructability.

Skills

Estimating

Budgeting

Contract administration

Negotiation

Project management

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

CDM Smith in the United States seeks an experienced Estimator to lead the estimating functions for designated regions and to collaborate with project managers on pricing, subcontracts, and change orders. The role includes supervising cost studies and maintaining cost databases to support proposals.

The position requires a High School diploma or equivalent with about 10 years of related experience, including supervisory duties; travel 20-40% is expected across projects.