Senior Regional Electrical Estimator Lead

CDM Smith; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 123,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking an experienced cost estimating leader to manage the estimating function across regions, including budgeting, staffing, and collaboration with project managers on procurements and change orders.

The role emphasizes oversight of cost databases, accuracy of proposals, and coordination with suppliers to ensure competitive pricing and constructability across multiple trades.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of how corporate objectives impact estimating and cost control.
• Advanced estimating techniques and understanding of contracts.
• Ability to read drawings and specs and identify missing elements.

Responsibilities

• Manage estimating in the assigned region, including budgets, staffing, and work assignments.
• Coordinate with project managers on procurement and change orders.
• Supervise market cost studies, materials/methods, and cost databases.
• Review final estimates and proposals for accuracy and completeness.
• Interface with subcontractors and suppliers for outsource pricing.

Skills

Estimating

Cost control

Drawings & specs

Conceptual estimates

Communication

Leadership

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Estimating software

On-screen digitizing

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking an experienced cost estimating leader to manage the estimating function across regions, including budgeting, staffing, and collaboration with project managers on procurements and change orders.

The role emphasizes oversight of cost databases, accuracy of proposals, and coordination with suppliers to ensure competitive pricing and constructability across multiple trades.