Senior Regional Estimator - Pre-Construction Leader

CRB; California (MO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

CRB is seeking a Regional Lead Estimator to drive conceptual and schematic cost estimates for pre‑construction across CRB’s core markets. The role partners with multidisciplinary teams, mentors junior estimators, and oversees regional estimating standards and tools to support successful project delivery.

The ideal candidate will have 10–15 years of multi‑discipline estimating experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency with WinEst or Sage Estimating.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
• 10–15 years of multi‑discipline estimating experience.
• Strong understanding of design‑build and integrated project delivery methods.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of conceptual and schematic cost estimates for engineering, construction, and integrated delivery projects.
• Utilize historical data, quantity take‑offs, unit pricing, and systems/line count methodologies.
• Present cost models and estimates to internal teams and clients, ensuring transparency and trust.
• Collaborate with project managers, design teams, and clients to align estimates with project scope and financial targets.
• Manage and coordinate trade or discipline estimators to produce detailed estimates including labor, materials, and other cost components.
• Conduct risk analyses from both CRB and client perspectives.
• Maintain and update historical cost data and benchmarking tools.
• Support the conversion of opportunities into active projects during the pre‑construction phase.
• Mentor junior estimators and contribute to the development of estimating standards and tools within the region.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field

Tools

WinEst

Sage Estimating

Job description

CRB is seeking a Regional Lead Estimator to drive conceptual and schematic cost estimates for pre‑construction across CRB’s core markets. The role partners with multidisciplinary teams, mentors junior estimators, and oversees regional estimating standards and tools to support successful project delivery.

The ideal candidate will have 10–15 years of multi‑discipline estimating experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency with WinEst or Sage Estimating.