CMT Estimator Trainee/Senior Field Technician

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare CMT and special structural inspection services cost estimates and proposals.
• Review plans, specifications, scopes of work, and bid documents to develop pricing and project assumptions.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and estimate labor, equipment, scheduling, and testing requirements.
• Cook up project approach and staffing assumptions with Project Managers and technical staff.
• Prepare proposals, fee schedules, and supporting documentation.
• Identify project risks, exclusions, and cost impacts.
• Perform timely follow-up with clients on submitted proposals.
• Support client communications, business development efforts, and project handoff activities.
• Maintain organized estimate records and historical pricing information.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience performing construction materials testing & special structural inspection services.
• Knowledge of soil, concrete, masonry and asphalt testing practices and special structural inspection experience preferred.
• Ability to interpret construction plans, specifications, and scopes of work.
• Strong Excel, organization, and communication skills with attention to detail.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in consulting engineering, geotechnical engineering, construction quality assurance, or inspection services.
• Tech certifications such as ACI, ATTI, ICC, NICET, and/or Nuclear Gauge preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Geology, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience).