Senior Estimator: Lead Cost & Bid Strategy

CDM Smith; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 102,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking an experienced estimator in the United States to prepare design/build, engineer, construction management, and hard-bid estimates/proposals. The role involves analyzing quotations, evaluating bids, and guiding subcontractors and suppliers through the pricing process.

Travel up to 40% may be required to coordinate with project teams, with a focus on accuracy, cost control, and timely submission of competitive bids.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of estimating techniques, cost control and material pricing.
• Reads and comprehends drawings and specifications and identify missing elements during design development.
• Ability to perform conceptual estimates in multiple trades and review estimates in many trades.

Responsibilities

• Prepares design/build, engineer, construction management, guaranteed maximum price, and hard-bid estimates/proposals.
• Analyzes quotations both prior to and on bid day.
• Evaluates bids of sub-contractors and suppliers for completeness of scope of work, delivery time, and compliance with the specifications and other requirements.
• Enters quantity take-offs and material unit pricings as applicable to project.
• Manages bid day and close out activities.

Skills

Estimating techniques

Cost control

Material pricing

Reading drawings

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking an experienced estimator in the United States to prepare design/build, engineer, construction management, and hard-bid estimates/proposals. The role involves analyzing quotations, evaluating bids, and guiding subcontractors and suppliers through the pricing process.

Travel up to 40% may be required to coordinate with project teams, with a focus on accuracy, cost control, and timely submission of competitive bids.