Senior Regional Electrical Estimator

CDM Smith; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 123,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking an experienced estimator lead to oversee regional estimating functions in Montana, working with project managers on procurement and subcontracting. You will supervise cost studies, maintain the cost database, and ensure accurate final proposals.

The role requires strong reading of drawings, multi-trade estimate experience, and the ability to coordinate with design leads for constructability and cost efficiency across projects.

Qualifications

• Ten years of related experience with at least 3 in supervisory or management capacity.
• Travel may be required depending on duties and workload.
• Ability to read drawings and specifications and perform cost estimates across multiple trades.

Responsibilities

• Manage and administer estimating functions including budgets, staffing, and work assignments.
• Negotiate purchase orders, subcontracts, and change orders with project managers.
• Provide cost studies, materials, and methods; maintain and enhance the estimating database.

Skills

Estimating

Cost control

Read drawings

Bid analyses

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Estimating software

On-Screen digitizing software

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking an experienced estimator lead to oversee regional estimating functions in Montana, working with project managers on procurement and subcontracting. You will supervise cost studies, maintain the cost database, and ensure accurate final proposals.

The role requires strong reading of drawings, multi-trade estimate experience, and the ability to coordinate with design leads for constructability and cost efficiency across projects.