Regional Lead Estimator - Food & Beverage

CRB • Kansas City, MO

92d

About The Position

The Regional Lead Estimator will play a critical role in supporting pre-construction and project development efforts across CRB’s core markets. This client-facing position is responsible for developing accurate and comprehensive cost estimates during the conceptual and schematic design phases, ensuring alignment with project goals and budgets. The role involves collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and oversight of trade estimators to support successful project execution.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
• Minimum 10–15 years of experience in multi-discipline estimating, preferably within life sciences, food & beverage, industrial, or commercial sectors.
• Strong understanding of design-build and integrated project delivery methods.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in estimating software and tools (e.g., WinEst, Sage Estimating, or similar).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel regionally as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with construction logistics planning, schedule development, and constructability reviews.
• Familiarity with CRB’s core markets and project types.
• Leadership experience in mentoring and managing estimating teams.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree