Senior Fiber Estimator for Hyperscale Data Centers

CBRE; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 117,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

CBRE DIRECTLINE, a CBRE Data Center Solutions business, seeks a Senior Estimator to develop accurate cost estimates for low-voltage fiber systems on large hyperscale data center projects in the US. You will lead estimates from early budgeting through IFC and final bid, coordinating with sales, operations, and project teams to align with scope and client standards.

The role requires deep expertise in structured cabling, OSP/ISP fiber, and proficiency with estimating tools such as Bluebeam.

Qualifications

• 8–12+ years of fiber or low-voltage estimating experience.
• Experience with hyperscale or mission-critical data center projects strongly preferred.
• Deep knowledge of OSP/ISP fiber systems, structured cabling, and installation methods.
• Proven ability to lead large-scale or complex estimates.
• Strong commercial acumen (pricing strategy, escalation, risk analysis).
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, Bluebeam, and estimating platforms.
• Experience managing vendor relationships and procurement strategies.
• Strong leadership, organization, and ability to perform in fast-paced bid environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle estimating efforts (budget → design → IFC → bid).
• Prepare detailed and conceptual estimates for fiber systems (SMF/MMF, OSP/ISP, MPO/MTP, high-count fiber).
• Develop and maintain labor-driven cost models (pulling, splicing, terminating, testing).
• Build scalable estimates for multi-building and campus-style deployments.
• Manage vendor pricing, subcontractor quotes, and long-lead procurement strategies.
• Identify scope gaps, risks, and cost exposures, and develop mitigation strategies.
• Drive pricing strategy, including alternates, allowances, and escalation considerations.
• Coordinate with operations, project teams, and clients (GCs, owners).
• Track scope changes, RFIs, and addenda throughout the bid process.
• Support bid reviews and present estimate summaries to leadership.

Skills

Excel

Bluebeam

Estimating platforms

Vendor management

Leadership

Pricing strategy

Cost modeling

Structured cabling

Low-voltage fiber systems

Project estimation

Tools

Bluebeam

Excel

Estimating software

Job description

CBRE DIRECTLINE, a CBRE Data Center Solutions business, seeks a Senior Estimator to develop accurate cost estimates for low-voltage fiber systems on large hyperscale data center projects in the US. You will lead estimates from early budgeting through IFC and final bid, coordinating with sales, operations, and project teams to align with scope and client standards.

The role requires deep expertise in structured cabling, OSP/ISP fiber, and proficiency with estimating tools such as Bluebeam.