Regional Electrical Estimator Lead

CDM Smith; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 123,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith, headquartered in the United States, seeks an experienced estimator to lead regional estimating activities. You will manage budgets, staffing, and work assignments, and collaborate with project managers on procurement and change orders to ensure competitive cost proposals.

Role requires deep knowledge of estimating techniques, strong cost data management, and the ability to deliver accurate, timely estimates across multiple trades with robust reporting and documentation.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of estimating techniques, cost control and material pricing.
• Reads and comprehends drawings and specifications and identifies missing elements during design development.
• 10 years of related experience with at least 3 years in supervisory or management capacity.

Responsibilities

• Manages and administers the estimating functions in assigned region, area or group.
• Implements established estimating policies to meet corporate objectives.
• Works with project managers on procurement processes including purchase orders and change orders.
• Supervises preparation of market cost studies and recommends changes to databases.
• Reviews final estimate and proposal packages for accuracy and completeness.

Skills

Estimating

Cost analysis

Project management

Reading drawings

Meeting deadlines

Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Estimating software

On-Screen digitizing

Job description

CDM Smith, headquartered in the United States, seeks an experienced estimator to lead regional estimating activities. You will manage budgets, staffing, and work assignments, and collaborate with project managers on procurement and change orders to ensure competitive cost proposals.

Role requires deep knowledge of estimating techniques, strong cost data management, and the ability to deliver accurate, timely estimates across multiple trades with robust reporting and documentation.