Sr Director and Chief Estimator (Hybrid)

OverviewCRB is a leading provider of sustainable engineering, architecture, construction and consulting solutions to the global life sciences and food and beverage industries. CRB has more than 1,100 employees and provides best-in-class solutions that drive success and positive change for clients, people and communities. CRB is a privately held company with a history of serving clients worldwide, continually pursuing the highest standard of technical knowledge, creativity and execution.The Chief Estimator must be an energetic, self-motivated, and innovative individual who can develop and execute estimating tasks, deliverables, collaborate as a team player, and lead to drive collaboration across CRB. This role supports CRB by driving estimating expertise, competitiveness, and standardization to create brand differentiation and market prominence.ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement innovative / disruptive project estimating standards, processes and solutions across CRB.Drive a culture of continuous estimating learning and improvement that maximize CRB’s risk/reward value proposition.Create and own strategy and priorities of CRB estimating expertise and specialty differentiation and drive this throughout CRB’s business.Manage CRB’s project estimating standards and processes.Drive design and construction estimating and cost awareness mindset into CRB’s culture.Provide estimating team leadership and promote trust and collaboration across CRB.Ensure training is embedded into the estimating team’s career path and oversee the development of staff.Ensure adequate staffing levels are maintained across Corporate and Regional estimating Teams.Perform or participate in estimating staff employee performance reviews.Develop annual business plan for Estimating.Approval of estimating department costs (software, expense reports, etc.).Participate in regional and corporate Risk Committee reviews as necessary.Capably function as a Lead Estimator when workload requires.Collaborate with Office Leaders, Operations Directors and Senior Directors of Construction Operations to coordinate estimating and deliverable needs across the regions.Support regional bidding requirements, including scope development and bid analysis as required.Support LEAN integrated design and construction processes and work practices where practicable.QualificationsCollege Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or equivalent experience.15+ years of experience in Architecture, Engineering, and/or Construction Industry.Demonstrated success in leading and managing a team of cross functional estimating disciplines.Demonstrated breadth of experience in conceptual and detailed quantity take-off and detailed tegrated Project Delivery experience, a plus.Life Science Design Construction experience (Food & Beverage a plus).Previous project management and/or pre-construction experience.Possess strong understanding of the project (and estimate) lifecycles.Understand project logistics and project schedules.Able to organize, plan and manage multiple activities to accomplish desired results.Experience with Life Science & Biotech Projects, Food & Beverage Projects, and Science & Technology Projects.Able to work effectively and make decisions under tight deadlines.Possess conceptual and detailed estimating skills and understanding of standard design and construction details and drawings.Self-motivated with strong communication and interpersonal skills.Knowledge of estimating practices and procedures including software input and data manipulation utilizing estimating software such as Timberline (Sage Estimating) and OnScreen Takeoff.Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Access, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).Additional InformationAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.CRB offers a complete and competitive benefit package designed to meet individual and family needs. CRB is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/D/V.CRB is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or any other legally protected category. Employment is contingent on background screening.CRB does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of CRB without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of CRB. Please, no phone calls or emails.If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact the employer to request an accommodation or an alternative application process. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17