Estimator - Dallas, TX*

About the role

CMTS is seeking a highly motivated Estimator to support Dallas Independent School District (DISD) capital improvement and renovation projects in Dallas, TX.

Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual through construction document estimates
• Perform quantity takeoffs and cost analysis
• Support value engineering efforts
• Affirm project teams with budgeting and procurement strategies for K-12 construction programs
• Develop: Conceptual estimates, Schematic estimates, Design development estimates, Construction document estimates
• Prepare detailed: Quantity takeoffs, Cost analyses, Estimate reports
• Review design documents to identify: Scope gaps, Inconsistencies, Cost risks
• Coordinate with: Architects, Engineers, Project teams
• Provide: Cost modeling, Benchmarking, Market trend analysis
• Support development and validation of: Project budgets, Funding allocations, Concurrency analyses
• Conduct value engineering analyses and provide cost-saving recommendations
• Review contractor bids and proposals for: Accuracy, Completeness, Scope alignment
• Affirm bid evaluations, Contractor selection recommendations
• Analyze cost impacts related to: RFIs, Design changes, Change Orders
• Support cost control efforts and variance analysis
• Maintain and update: Cost databases, Unit pricing, Estimating tools
• Prepare estimate narratives and stakeholder presentations
• Coordinate with: Project Controls teams, Scheduling teams
• Participate in design review meetings and provide cost guidance
• Monitor: Market conditions, Labor trends, Material pricing
• Support procurement planning and risk identification efforts

Qualifications

• Required Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field
• Preferred Certifications: AACE (CCP) - Certified Cost Professional, ASPE - Certified Professional Estimator
• Required Qualifications: 5–10 years of experience in Construction estimating, Cost analysis, Estimate development, Supporting K-12 projects, Public-sector construction projects
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with K-12 bond programs, Public-sector procurement processes, Familiarity with Texas construction market, Regional cost factors, Experience using Cost databases, Benchmarking tools, Experience supporting Value engineering, Constructability reviews

Skills / Abilities

• Analytical thinking and cost accuracy
• Attention to detail and scope completeness
• Market awareness and pricing insight
• Communication and collaboration skills
• Risk identification and cost mitigation abilities