Regional Electrical Estimator Lead

CDM Smith; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 123,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith in Sacramento, CA is seeking an experienced Estimator to manage and administer estimating functions for regional projects. You will work with project managers to price procurements, develop cost models, and maintain historical data for bid outcomes.

The role requires a high school diploma with 10 years of related experience, including supervisory responsibilities. Travel is estimated at 20–40%. CDM Smith emphasizes accuracy and collaboration within its estimating standards.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of estimating techniques, cost control and materials pricing.
• Reads and comprehends drawings and specs and identifies missing elements during design development.
• Ability to perform conceptual estimates in multiple trades and review estimates across trades.

Responsibilities

• Manages and administers estimating functions in assigned region, area or group.
• Implements established estimating policies to meet corporate objectives.
• Coordinates with project managers on procurement, purchase orders, subcontracts and change orders.
• Prepares market cost studies and data for cost database updates.
• Reviews final estimates and proposals for accuracy and completeness.

Skills

Estimating techniques

Cost control

Reading drawings

Multi-trade estimation

Team leadership

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

CDM Smith in Sacramento, CA is seeking an experienced Estimator to manage and administer estimating functions for regional projects. You will work with project managers to price procurements, develop cost models, and maintain historical data for bid outcomes.

The role requires a high school diploma with 10 years of related experience, including supervisory responsibilities. Travel is estimated at 20–40%. CDM Smith emphasizes accuracy and collaboration within its estimating standards.