Regional Electrical Estimator Lead — High-Impact Projects

CDM Smith; Roswell (NM); On-site; USD 123,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking an experienced estimator to manage regional estimating activities, including budgets, staffing, and policy implementation. You will collaborate with project managers and design leads to ensure cost effectiveness and constructability during proposals.

The role requires strong knowledge of estimating practices, cost databases, and fast decision making. Travel up to 40% is possible as projects demand."

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent with 10 years related experience; leadership experience preferred.
• Knowledge of estimating strategies, contractual forms, and cost control methods.
• Ability to read drawings and specifications and identify missing elements.

Responsibilities

• Lead estimating functions for region, including budgets and staffing.
• Apply established estimating policies to meet corporate objectives.
• Assist negotiations of purchase orders, subcontracts, and change orders.
• Supervise market cost studies and data updates.
• Coordinate with project managers and design leads on constructability and cost.
• Ensure standardized use of estimating systems and maintain cost data.
• Review final estimates and proposals for accuracy.

Skills

Estimating knowledge

Budgeting

Cost control

Reading drawings

Multi-tasking

Communication

Software skills

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Estimating software

Cost database

On-Screen digitizing

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking an experienced estimator to manage regional estimating activities, including budgets, staffing, and policy implementation. You will collaborate with project managers and design leads to ensure cost effectiveness and constructability during proposals.

The role requires strong knowledge of estimating practices, cost databases, and fast decision making. Travel up to 40% is possible as projects demand."