Regional Electrical Estimator Lead: Strategic Bids

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

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking an experienced estimator to manage and administer estimating functions across regions, ensuring policy compliance and cost effectiveness. You will work with project managers on procurements and change orders, supervise cost studies, and maintain the estimating database and bid accuracy.

The role requires strong leadership, deep estimating knowledge, and the ability to coordinate with design and procurement teams, with travel expectations up to 40% of the time.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 10 years of related experience with at least 3 years in supervision/management.
• Domestic/international travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Manages and administers the estimating functions for the assigned region or group.
• Implements estimating policies to meet corporate objectives.
• Assists project managers in negotiating purchase orders, subcontracts, and change orders.
• Supervises cost studies and database updates to reflect current data.
• Coordinates with design leads for cost effectiveness and constructability for proposals.
• Reviews final estimates and proposals for accuracy and completeness.

Skills

Estimating

Cost control

Leadership

Vendor coordination

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Estimating software

On‑Screen digitizing software

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking an experienced estimator to manage and administer estimating functions across regions, ensuring policy compliance and cost effectiveness. You will work with project managers on procurements and change orders, supervise cost studies, and maintain the estimating database and bid accuracy.

The role requires strong leadership, deep estimating knowledge, and the ability to coordinate with design and procurement teams, with travel expectations up to 40% of the time.