Entry Estimator

** Company Overview*
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** Join Us! CDM Smith - where amazing career journeys unfold.*
* Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so.

Where it's a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family.

Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world.

** Job Description*
* + 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.

** Qualifications*
* High School diploma or equivalent. 3 years of related experience. 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.  Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

** Skills & Abilities*
* Possesses 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.

** Amount of Travel Required*
* 10% or less

** EEO Statement*
* We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

** Background Check and Drug Testing Information*
* CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as "CDM Smith") reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States.

The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history.

If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically…