• Senior Estimator

    CBRE (Richardson, TX)


    Senior Estimator

     

    Job ID

     

    237146

     

    Posted

     

    22-Sep-2025

     

    Service line

     

    GWS Segment

     

    Role type

     

    Full-time

     

    Areas of Interest

     

    Construction, Data Centers

     

    Location(s)

     

    Richardson - Texas - United States of America

    About the job:

    The purpose of this position is to develop cost estimates and create project bids for proposal request from customers. This person will be responsible for bid out process for multiple project bids at a time.

    What you will do:

    • Attend bid meetings and site surveys

    • Review RFPs to understand scope of work to bid

    • Review estimates and revisions for completeness and accuracy

    • Execute take-offs of documents

    • Work with manufacturers and distribution to obtain pricing for materials

    • Work with management to determine labor capabilities and rates, equipment, and other requirements

    • Perform project hand-offs with team upon project reward

    • Prepare change order pricing for on-going project work when required

    • Complete walk-through requests

    • Document all measurements

    • Complete cut sheets for field team

    What you will need:

    + Bachelor’s Degree or 8+ years field experience in a lead field or office role

    + Strong knowledge of data center low voltage infrastructure (required), electrical or commercial construction project installations

    + Sound knowledge of engineering design principles

    + Good numeracy and computer skills

    + Strong attention to detail

    + Good communication skills

    + Knowledge of material properties

    + An understanding of manufacturing processes and construction methods

    + Good problem-solving skills

    + Ability to work effectively as part of a team

    + Ability to meet deadlines

    + Ability to prioritize and plan work activities

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

    + Primarily walking, standing, and bending with some sitting

    + Ability to communicate effectively with verbal, visual and listening skills

    + Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate any required equipment as well as to operate computer keyboard, mouse, and other technical instruments

    + Able to lift and carry heavy equipment, up to 50 pounds

     

    Ability to climb ladders and work on raised platform

     

    Why CBRE: When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

     

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    **Equal Employment Opportunity:** CBRE has a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

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