Senior Environmental Cost Estimator – Remediation Projects

Trinnex Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 91,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a highly experienced Environmental Engineer (Level 5) with a strong emphasis on cost estimating to support complex environmental remediation and civil works projects. This role will lead the development of detailed cost estimates across all phases of project delivery, including planning, feasibility study, design, and construction.

Responsibilities include leading detailed cost estimates, supporting CERCLA/RCRA studies, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental or Chemical Engineering; PE license; 7 years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required.
• Experience with environmental remediation processes and site characterization preferred.

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.
• Prepare cost estimates to support project authorization, budgeting, and contractor bid evaluations.
• Utilize MCACES MII and advanced Excel models to generate accurate estimates.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate design elements into cost models.
• Participate in value engineering to optimize project delivery and cost efficiency.
• Provide cost risk analysis and estimate validation for decision-making.
• Support construction phase activities including change order evaluations and cost tracking.

Skills

Cost estimating

CERCLA & RCRA knowledge

Environmental remediation

Communication & documentation

MCACES MII proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Environmental/Chemical Engineering

PE license

7 years of related experience

Tools

MCACES

Excel modeling

Cost estimating tools

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a highly experienced Environmental Engineer (Level 5) with a strong emphasis on cost estimating to support complex environmental remediation and civil works projects. This role will lead the development of detailed cost estimates across all phases of project delivery, including planning, feasibility study, design, and construction.

Responsibilities include leading detailed cost estimates, supporting CERCLA/RCRA studies, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and