Intermediate Estimator

CDM Smith•Houston, TX

About The Position

CDM Smith is seeking an Intermediate Estimator to join their team. This role involves producing accurate quantity and material take-offs by reviewing plans, specifications, and instructions for assigned areas for estimate preparation. The Intermediate Estimator will enter quantity take-offs and material unit pricings, apply appropriate work breakdown structure (WBS), and coordinate estimate material pricing from vendors and other sources. They will also develop pricing for basic project elements, contact subcontractors and suppliers for outsource pricing, and contribute to the preparation of key estimating deliverables. Additionally, this role supports conceptual estimating efforts, including the development of basic models for review by senior personnel, and develops budgets and purchasing plans with minimal oversight. The Intermediate Estimator will coordinate the flow of documents during estimate preparation and perform administrative logging of estimates, along with other required duties.

Requirements

Working knowledge of estimating techniques, cost control and material pricing.
Ability to read and comprehend drawings and specifications and identify missing elements during design development.
Solid multi-tasking skills and ability to meet strict deadlines.
Strong personal computer skills with some use of Estimating and On-Screen digitizing software.
Strong written and verbal communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
High School diploma or equivalent.
5 years of related experience.
Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Nice To Haves

Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.

Responsibilities

Produces accurate quantity and material take-offs by reviewing plans, specifications, and instructions for assigned areas for estimate preparation.
Enters quantity take-offs and material unit pricings as applicable to project.
Applies appropriate work breakdown structure (WBS).
Coordinates estimate material pricing from vendors and other sources and develops pricing for basic project elements.
Contacts subcontractors and suppliers for outsource pricing.
Contributes to the preparation of key estimating deliverables.
Supports conceptual estimating efforts within the department, including development of basic models for review by senior personnel.
Develops budgets and purchasing plans with minimal oversight from senior estimation staff.
Coordinates flow of documents during estimate preparation.
Provides administrative logging of estimates.
Performs additional duties as required.