Senior Estimator (Townhomes)

Calgary, AB

Senior Estimator (Townhomes)

Are you a meticulous and experienced estimator with a passion for efficiency and accuracy in the construction industry? On behalf of our client we are seeking a Senior Estimator (Townhomes) to join the team. In this role, you will assist the Estimating Manager in managing tenders, contracts, budgets, and other critical estimating functions for condo projects.

Role and Responsibilities:

Drawing Review: Analyze preliminary construction drawings to identify potential efficiencies.
Trade and Supplier Management: Prequalify trades and suppliers to ensure their competency, and build and manage trade lists, ensuring at least two qualified trades/suppliers per scope of work.
Bid Package Creation: Develop bid packages including quantity takeoffs, tender forms, and project-specific scopes of work.
Tender Pricing Process: Manage the tender pricing process by sending out packages, resolving technical questions, and clarifying scope of work for trades.
Quote Evaluation: Perform detailed evaluations of quotes to ensure pricing is accurate and comprehensive. Negotiate with trades to secure the best possible pricing.
Tender Analysis: Create tender analyses and recommend the lowest qualified trade for review and approval by the Estimating Manager and VP of Construction.
Contract Management: Handle contract compilation, administration, and distribution of final contracts to trades.
Budget Assistance: Assist the Estimating Manager with analyzing historical data to create budgets for future projects.
Special Projects: Undertake other special projects as assigned by the Estimating Manager.

Requirements:

Experience: Strong experience in a similar estimating role within the construction industry.
Skills: Excellent communication skills in English (both written and verbal), strong analytical abilities, and effective time management.
Negotiation and Problem-Solving: Proven negotiation and conflict resolution skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Technical Knowledge: Proficiency in plan reading and technical knowledge relevant to the role.
Interpersonal Skills: Strong ability to develop and maintain relationships with internal staff and external trades/suppliers.

Environment & Culture:

Growth Opportunities: Enjoy a role with significant growth potential and an environment that values innovation and continuous improvement.
Supportive Atmosphere: Benefit from an open-door policy where help is always available and no question is considered stupid.
Collaborative Team: Join a team-oriented and collaborative environment where everyone pitches in and takes on additional responsibilities as needed.
Entrepreneurial Spirit: Experience a culture of kindness, mutual respect, and a high level of commitment to roles and responsibilities.

Personality Traits:

Diligence and Discipline: We are looking for a serious, diligent, and reserved individual who values structure and discipline.
Behaviors: Ideal candidates will be cautious with risk, cooperative, supportive, and have a strong sense of duty and commitment to completing tasks on time.

Summary: The Senior Estimator will manage specialized work with efficiency and confidence, requiring a strong attention to detail and a disciplined approach. This role is suited for someone who thrives in a structured environment and values accuracy and timeliness in their work.

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Please note: Due to the high volume of applications, we will only contact candidates who are fully qualified for this role. If we do not contact you, please feel free to apply to other roles now or in the future.