Senior Environmental Cost Estimator — Remediation

CDM Smith; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 91,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking an experienced Environmental Engineer (Level 5) focused on cost estimating to support complex remediation and civil works projects in the United States. You will lead the development of detailed cost estimates across planning through construction, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

The role requires CERCLA and RCRA knowledge, strong analytical and communication skills, and proficiency with MCACES MII and Excel-based models. Domestic travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental or Chemical Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 7 years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation of detailed cost estimates for environmental remediation and civil infrastructure projects.
• Develop cost estimates during CERCLA and RCRA feasibility studies, including evaluation of remedial alternatives and lifecycle cost comparisons.
• Prepare cost estimates to support project authorization, budgeting, and contractor bid evaluations.
• Utilize cost estimating tools such as MCACES, Second Generation (MII) and advanced Excel-based models to generate accurate and defensible estimates.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate technical design elements into comprehensive cost models.
• Participate in value engineering studies to evaluate cost efficiencies and optimize project delivery.
• Provide cost risk analysis, assumptions documentation, and estimate validation to support decision-making.
• Support construction phase activities, including change order evaluations and cost tracking.

Skills

Cost estimating

CERCLA knowledge

RCRA knowledge

Remediation methods

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental or Chemical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

MCACES MII

Excel

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking an experienced Environmental Engineer (Level 5) focused on cost estimating to support complex remediation and civil works projects in the United States. You will lead the development of detailed cost estimates across planning through construction, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

The role requires CERCLA and RCRA knowledge, strong analytical and communication skills, and proficiency with MCACES MII and Excel-based models. Domestic travel may be required.