Senior Estimator, Sterling Homes Edmonton

Job Overview

Reporting to the Estimating Manager, as the Senior Estimator you will assist in monitoring budgets and managing the day-to-day functions of the Estimating team.

You also provide estimating expertise to support the Construction and Sales teams.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include :

• Overseeing day-to-day Production / Estimating operations of Single-Family homes.
• Reviewing and distributing job files for purchase, and ensuring completion of all files in a timely manner.
• Evaluating offers and sending tenders to trade partners and suppliers.
• Overseeing scheduling and estimating software users and system functionality.
• Reviewing plans, conducting model estimates, and generating material and labour options.
• Providing guidance to site and office staff, and assisting in establishing general office procedures while promoting a collaborative environment.
• Preparing and signing off change requests, and coordinating with Purchasing, Production and Construction teams on project changes.
• Reviewing invoices and monitoring expenditures to assist management with budget control.
• Preparing budgets for models, sales and jobs on regular basis as required, while identifying cost savings measures.
• Fostering positive relationships and maintaining a directory of suppliers and trades, reviewing quotes to remain current on pricing and options.

As our ideal candidate, you are

• A strong communicator; you clearly express your thoughts in conversation as well as write and present in a persuasive and influencing manner.
• An active listener; you seek to understand and listen to others in a non-judgmental way.
• A creative problem solver; you take evaluated risks to capitalize on opportunities and implement tough or unpopular decisions.
• A leader; you retain, develop or improve the skills of others through effective coaching and guidance.

Essential Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 6 years production or estimating experience in residential construction industry.
• Satisfactory verification of criminal record check.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint and PowerPoint), and estimating software (SupplyPro, BuildPro, NewStar or similar).

What We Value

• Creating trusting and successful working relationships.
• Setting clear, measurable and achievable goals.
• Cooperating with team members in an open, positive and respectful manner.
• Taking responsibility for the outcomes of decisions and actions.
• Staying current with technical job skills.

Work Conditions

You primarily work in an office setting during regular business hours. Overtime may occasionally be required.