Regional Commercial Management Lead/Associate Director

Regional Commercial Management Lead / Associate Director (Job ID 273983) – Posted 30-Apr-2026 – Full-time – Mountain View, California, United States.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The purpose of this position is to manage and be responsible for individual multi-disciplined real estate cost solutions for clients with direct accountability for cost delivery.

CHARACTERISTICS OF RESPONSIBLE COSTS

Complexity: High Risk: High Duration: Long term (months to years) Value: Typically >$5Million USD Region: National; PJM Platform or Global GWS Account

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage all facets of cost management (budget, schedule, procurement, quality & risk) for individual real estate projects or programs throughout planning, design, construction, occupancy and closeout. Lead the administration associated with funding all project work, including creation of funding documents in use by the client. Work with client and Project Manager to ensure compliance with internal funding policies and promote proactive creation/submission of funding documents. Evaluate project scope and client needs to develop and present recommended budgets for pre‑bid and pre‑construction cost estimating and cost planning services. Partner with project team to source and oversee pre‑bid and pre‑construction services associated with the development of a project budget and cost plan. Produce concept level estimates to aid feasibility studies and assist with business cases. Issue recommendations for the application of an Estimator to produce costing of greater detail; manage performance of estimating tasks/deliverables. Support project manager and leasing team to estimate costs associated with lease (upfit, abatement, reinstatement, etc.) to optimize landlord contribution/tenant improvement allowances. Ensure contracts with project team include language aligned with lease requirements for solicitation of all landlord contributions. Support project manager team in the implementation of all project procurement in accordance with CBRE corporate policies and guidelines; recommend project procurement strategy. Lead the analysis of bid/tender responses, level all responses and organize the data into a concise report for presentation to the client. Create and manage a detailed cost plan; produce and maintain detailed cost reports on a regular basis and present them to the client. Align cost plan with project master schedule; provide cost guidance and direction to achieve cost goals with scope/schedule. Establish strategy to manage cash flows and project accruals and report progress in a manner consistent with CBRE policy. Promote Value Engineering (VE) as a continual process; lead or support VE workshops and provide ideas and initiatives to add value. Act as a resource for implementing best practices to optimize outcome of all VE efforts; track and report progress against cost savings and value to fee targets. Reconcile all estimates and change orders; scrutinize, analyze, and perform due diligence on all change orders; lead reconciliation meetings. Update cost plan/report accordingly and advise project team of cost risk mitigation strategies and high‑risk cost issues. Assist the client and design team with life cycle costing of LEED/sustainability initiatives where appropriate. Review all invoices against cost plan; provide valuation services and signoff to project team. Capture project costs for contribution to CBRE cost benchmarking/estimating databases and tools. Provide tools, processes and training to ensure consistent cost management services across a project or geography. Manage 3rd‑party cost delivery resources; ensure delivery and escalating as appropriate; suggest and implement contractual adjustments. Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide formal supervision to employees within single functional or operational area. Approve subordinate’s recommendations for staff recruitment, selection, promotion, and termination. Plan and monitor staffing levels and utilization of labor, including overtime. Prepare and deliver performance appraisals for staff. Mentor and coach team members to further develop competencies. Lead by example and model behaviors consistent with the company’s values. Prior experience in a supervisory position leading teams with direct/indirect reporting responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS/BEng/BArch) from a college or university in a technical area of study. Minimum of 8 years of related progressive experience and/or training.

CERTIFICATES AND/OR LICENSES

RICS (Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors) or CIOB (Chartered Institute of Building) accreditation preferred. PMP (US and/or Canada) and LEED AP preferred.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Comprehend, analyze, and interpret complex business documents. Respond effectively to sensitive issues, write reports and persuasive presentations. Motivate and negotiate effectively with employees, clients, top management and public groups.

FINANCIAL KNOWLEDGE

In-depth knowledge of financial terms and principles. Review complex financial/business analysis and reports prepared by subordinates. Develop innovative solutions and implement financial policies and procedures. Approve and oversee department budget.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret complex documents; solve advanced problems; provide expert level analytical and quantitative skills.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Advanced to expert level skills with Microsoft Office Suite; working knowledge of MS Project preferred. Knowledge with estimating software such as OST preferred. Ability to read and understand architectural drawings; knowledge of leases, contracts, and construction practices preferred. Motivate and negotiate effectively with key employees, top management, and client groups. Solve advanced problems and deal with a variety of options in complex situations.

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY

Decisions made with in-depth understanding and interpretation of procedures, company policies and business practices to achieve complex results. Responsible for setting project, department and/or division deadlines. Errors in judgment may cause long‑term impact to line of business and/or overall company.

SAFETY

No specific safety responsibilities are listed.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The minimum salary for this position is $190,000 annually and the maximum salary for this position is $208,500 annually. Compensation offered will depend on skills, qualifications, and experience. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on the company’s benefit program. Benefits include 401(K), dental insurance, health insurance, life insurance, and vision insurance.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CBRE has 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.

CANDIDATE ACCOMMODATIONS

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