CSA Estimator

AtkinsRéalis

CSA Estimator preparing cost estimates for transportation, industrial, manufacturing, and commercial projects at AtkinsRéalis. Collaborating with engineers and architects while utilizing MS Excel and document control tools.

Posted 7/6/2026full-timeAtlanta • Colorado, Florida, New York, North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $100,000 - $120,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in cost estimation and quantity takeoffs, utilizing historical data and current market conditions to prepare accurate and detailed cost models. Proficient in analyzing blueprints and managing project logistics to ensure precise cost reconciliation.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Cost EstimationQuantity TakeoffsCATO SoftwareMS ExcelOn-Screen Takeoff

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Hard Skills

Cost AnalysisBlueprint AnalysisFeasibility Cost ModelingCost ReconciliationMarket Condition Assessment

Tools & Technologies

CATOMS ExcelOn-Screen TakeoffSharePoint

Industry Keywords

ConstructionQuantity SurveyingCost DriversProject LogisticsBenchmarking

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyzes blueprints and other documents and prepares detailed cost estimates
Performs accurate quantity takeoffs of available design documents
Leads the development of conceptual and feasibility cost model estimates utilizing historic benchmarking information and industry experience
Obtains accurate and up-to-date pricing information from databases, contractors, suppliers, etc. to utilize in estimates
Reviews inputted estimate takeoff information in CATO for specific disciplines
Reviews and finalizes estimate unit cost pricing to reflect current market conditions and specific project logistics
Prepares cost reconciliation between two or more estimates and explain variance cost drivers
Performs such other duties as the Supervisor may from time to time deem necessary

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction, Quantity Surveying or a related engineering field
minimum 4 years of relevant experience
Fluent in MS Excel, On-Screen takeoff and SharePoint document control

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical
dental
vision
company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits
employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting
employee stock purchase plan
Paid Time Off
leaves of absences options
flexible work options
recognition and employee satisfaction programs
employee assistance program
voluntary benefits