Estimator

CBRE Group, Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. is seeking an Estimator in Toronto to develop detailed cost estimates from conceptual designs through final construction documents. The role sits within Building Consultancy, supporting surveying, inspections, and planning.

You will research regional pricing, interface with clients and project teams, and guide design solutions with cost efficiency. Collaboration with engineering and project management is essential to deliver accurate bids and disciplined cost governance.

Responsibilities

• Research regional pricing of material and labor using published documents and market data.
• Interface with clients on the cost and project management teams to define pricing requirements and goals.
• Partner with engineering teams and take part in design and construction meetings. Guide design solutions with cost efficiencies.
• Prepare detailed bid analysis. Issue cost and pricing recommendations and input for use on the project.
• Assist internal teams when reviewing and approving change orders and invoices.
• Work with the Project Managers to produce monthly project reports. Implement cost documentation governance aligned with company and client requirements.
• Apply general knowledge of standard principles and techniques/procedures to accomplish assigned tasks and solve routine problems.
• Have a broad knowledge of own job discipline and some knowledge of several job disciplines within the function.
• Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. May convince to reach an agreement.
• Impact the quality of own work and the work of others on the team.
• Work primarily within standardized procedures and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
• Explain complex information to others in straightforward situations.

Job description

About the Role:

As a CBRE Estimator, you will prepare detailed cost estimates from high-level conceptual designs through final construction documents.

This job is part of the Building Consultancy function. They are responsible for specialist building services including surveying, inspections, and planning.

What You’ll Do:

• Research regional pricing of material and labor using published documents and market data. Adjust cost benchmarking based on client attributes, market conditions, and project specifics.
• Interface with clients on the cost and project management teams to define pricing requirements and goals.
• Partner with engineering teams and take part in design and construction meetings. Guide design solutions with cost efficiencies.
• Prepare detailed bid analysis. Issue cost and pricing recommendations and input for use on the project.
• Assist internal teams when reviewing and approving change orders and invoices.
• Work with the Project Managers to produce monthly project reports. Implement cost documentation governance aligned with company and client requirements.
• Apply general knowledge of standard principles and techniques/procedures to accomplish assigned tasks and solve routine problems.
• Have a broad knowledge of own job discipline and some knowledge of several job disciplines within the function.
• Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. May convince to reach an agreement.
• Impact the quality of own work and the work of others on the team.
• Work primarily within standardized procedures and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
• Explain complex information to others in straightforward situations.