CDI Contractors, LLC is a progressive construction management company that uses cutting-edge technology to successfully deliver the highest-quality projects across a wide variety of industries.  CDI is focused on developing employees through their career path and on promoting from within.

CDI Employees Enjoy:

• Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance
• Dental/Vision
• Multiple Life Insurance Options
• Disability and other Elective Insurances
• 401k
  

Position Summary:

Seeking an Estimator for our Preconstruction group. The primary objective of this position is to support the preparation and delivery of pricing deliverables. This position receives direction from a Senior Estimator. Additionally, this person will coordinate with Project Managers on assigned projects.

General Duties:

Include but are not limited too:

• Contribute to pricing of competitive bid and negotiated deliverables as follows:
  • Analyze and identify scopes of work from existing conditions, plans, and specifications through all phases of document deliverables.
  • Perform quantity takeoffs quickly and accurately.
  • Assist with subcontractor solicitation.
  • Communicate with owners, architects, and engineers to clarify scope of work.
  • Communicate project information and scope of work to subcontractors.
  • Analyze subcontractor pricing.
  • Assist with compilation of owner deliverables.
  • Understand and communicate cost variances between estimates.
  • Contribute to value engineering efforts.
• Build relationships with subcontractors.
• Attend industry functions and represent CDI in a professional capacity.
• Stay current with advances in estimating technology and techniques.

Education/Experience:

• Minimum 5 years experience in construction or related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering preferred.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting drawings and specifications with a strong attention to detail.
• General understanding of competitive bids and negotiated processes.
• Working knowledge of estimating technology and tools.
• Strong math and analytical skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a collaborative office environment.

Other Requirements:

The ideal candidate is self-motivated, very organized, has strong communication skills – both verbally and written, is able to focus on completion of multiple concurrent responsibilities, and has the ability to work well in a fast-paced work environment.