Senior Estimator

CBRE; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Sign-on bonus (select positions)

Job summary

CBRE DIRECTLINE seeks a Senior Estimator to develop accurate cost estimates for low-voltage fiber systems on hyperscale data center projects. You will analyze drawings, specs, and client needs to build budgets and proposals.

Lead estimating across multi-building campus deployments from early budgeting through IFC and final bid, shaping pricing strategy and managing risk to drive project success.

Qualifications

• Experience reading drawings, specifications, and client requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed proposals and budgets for low-voltage fiber systems on hyperscale data center projects.
• Manage vendor and subcontractor pricing and coordinate with sales, operations, and project management teams.
• Track scope changes and change orders throughout the bid process.
• Apply deep expertise in structured cabling and hyperscale data center environments; use estimating tools (e.g., Bluebeam).

Job description

CBRE DIRECTLINE, a CBRE Data Center Solutionsbusiness, is a leading technology infrastructure services provider enablingmission critical data center infrastructure for the world’s technologyleaders. Catering to a broad spectrum of technology and clientrequirements, 1200+ skilled technicians deliver over 1000 projects annuallyacross data center markets in the US and APAC. DL has proven success in thedeployment of next-generation infrastructure technologies across the datacenter lifecycle; from design & planning, install & build through Day 2maintenance, technology upgrades & retrofits, including delivering thelatest wave of AI/ML platforms.

Aboutthe Role:

The SeniorEstimator is responsible for developing accurate, competitive cost estimatesfor low-voltage fiber systems on large-scale hyperscale data center projects.This role analyzes drawings, specifications, and client requirements to builddetailed budgets and proposals while ensuring alignment with scope,constructability, and client standards.

You will leadestimating efforts across multi-building, campus-scale deployments, deliveringestimates from early-stage budgeting through IFC and final bid. This positionplays a critical role in shaping pricing strategy, managing risk, and drivingthe overall commercial success of mission-critical projects.

Keyresponsibilities include preparing detailed proposals, managing vendor andsubcontractor pricing, coordinating with sales, operations, and projectmanagement teams, and tracking scope changes and change orders throughout thebid process. The role requires deep expertise in structured cabling,low-voltage fiber systems, hyperscale data center environments, and proficiencywith estimating tools such as Bluebeam.

What You WillDo:

What You WillNeed:

Why CBRE?

When you join CBRE, you become part of the globalleader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businessesand people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinkingprofessionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is builton our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and wevalue the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. AtCBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential.We welcome all applicants.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure:

We value human interaction to understand eachcandidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificialintelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidatesdisclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

OurValues in Hiring:

AtCBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong.We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.

Disclaimers:

Relocationassistance and sign-on bonuses may be available on selectpositions only, for qualified candidates based on role requirements andexperience.

Applicantsmust be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need forvisa sponsorship now or in the future.

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Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have 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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