PMO Projects Estimator

CBRE Group, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. in Dallas seeks a Construction Cost Estimator to develop detailed estimates from conceptual design through final construction documents.

You will research regional pricing, prepare quantity take-offs using OST or similar platforms, and support the Cost Manager in creating an overall Project Cost Plan. Collaborating with engineers and project teams, you will lead value engineering to meet budget targets and ensure data integrity in cost reporting.

Qualifications

• Experience preparing construction cost estimates from conceptual design through final documents.
• Ability to develop a Project Cost Plan and cost benchmarking.
• Familiarity with design reviews and value engineering.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate construction cost estimates in BOQ format from concept to completion.
• Research regional pricing of material and labor; perform detailed quantity take-offs.
• Interface with Clients and PM teams to define cost requirements and provide recommendations.
• Support project cost management through bid analysis, change orders, and invoices review.
• Implement cost documentation governance and produce written cost reports and minutes.

Skills

Cost estimation

BOQ preparation

Quantity take-offs

Budget alignment

Value engineering

Stakeholder communication

Tools

OST platform

Cost databases

Job description

About the Role:

The purpose of this position is to develop cost estimates in support of a project management delivery team/solution.

What You'll Do:

• Prepare accurate and detailed construction cost estimates in a BOQ (Bill of Quantities) or similar format, from high-level conceptual design through final construction document completion. Support the Cost Manager in the development of an overall Project Cost Plan.
• Research regional pricing of material and labor using published documents and market data. Produce detailed quantity take-offs using OST (or similar cost platform). Maintain cost benchmarking information as point of comparison to market data; adjust as necessary based on client attributes, market conditions, and project specifics.
• Interfaces directly with Clients or cost/project management team to define cost requirements and goals and issue recommendations as needed. Set up estimate work breakdown structure to align with budget and cost reporting system.
• Understand best practices in construction pricing and delivery methods; participate in design reviews and lead value engineering reviews to achieve budgetary goals. Work in partnership with engineering teams and participate in design and construction meetings to guide design solutions with cost efficiencies.
• Prepare detailed bid analysis and review sessions with project teams and senior management to validate a quantity record booklet (or equivalent) submitted by contractors/subcontractors. Perform peer review of estimates generated by other functional teams contributing to the project solution; issue recommendations and input for use on the project.
• Support the Project/Cost Manager when reviewing and approving large change orders and the review of invoices submitted for review/approval during the project.
• Implements cost documentation governance aligned with company and Client requirements. Ensure cost data integrity and documentation is accurate, timely, and coordinated. Implements communication plan for meetings and written reports/meeting minutes to keep client and cost resources informed.
• Other duties as assigned.