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Junior Estimator

Junior Estimator

SiteTalent • Surrey, Metro Vancouver Regional District, CA
17 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

We're hiring a Junior Estimator on behalf of our client, a construction company based in Surrey, BC. Our client designs, manufactures, and installs custom pre-engineered steel and metal buildings for commercial, industrial, agricultural, and government sectors. Reporting to the VP of Sales and working closely with the Senior Estimator, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the sales team by managing vendor relationships, and ensuring timely proposal submissions.

Responsibilities

  • Reviewing drawings and specifications to define project scope, identify interdependencies, and capture full envelope requirements
  • Coordinating vendor and subcontractor pricing, managing RFIs, and ensuring timely responses
  • Learn to prepare tendering packages for pre-engineered metal building systems.
  • Assist senior estimator with design, pricing, labor packages, and pre-technical bid packages.
  • Building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers to secure competitive pricing and reliable service
  • Supporting proposal development in collaboration with sales staff to deliver complete and client-ready submissions
  • Managing multiple estimates simultaneously under strict timelines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail
  • Participating in weekly sales meetings and collaborating closely with sales, estimating, and project teams
  • Assisting in sourcing, prequalifying, and expanding the vendor database to improve market competitiveness
  • Contributing to a collaborative team culture by sharing information, supporting colleagues, and adapting to evolving systems and processes

Qualifications

  • 1-4 years of estimating experience in the institutional, commercial, or industrial (ICI) construction sector.
  • A diploma or technical certification in building technology, architectural / structural detailing, or equivalent experience gained in a construction estimating role will also be considered.
  • Knowledge of vendor / subcontractor coordination, bid management, and RFIs
  • Excellent organizational, time-management, and multitasking skills to manage multiple estimates simultaneously
  • Strong relationship-building and collaboration skills with suppliers, subcontractors, and internal teams
  • Experience in structural engineering, architectural / structural detailing, or pre-engineered metal building systems (asset)
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD or similar software (asset)
  • Proposal preparation or CRM experience as an estimator (asset)
  • What we can offer you

  • $60k - $75k annual salary (depending on experience)
  • Extended health coverage, including dental, vision, and paramedical services
  • A flexible hybrid work model (after 6 months)

  • Generous time off, including three weeks of paid vacation, one week of paid sick leave, and 24 hours of flexible personal leave annually
  • $1,500 annual tuition support for job-related college or university courses (available after one year)
  • Participation in a Professional Development Program (PDP), with paid training time, an average of $1,500 in annual learning and development support, and coverage for professional designations
  • Annual performance-based salary increases (2–4%) tied to PDP engagement
  • A team-oriented and modern workspace with a fully stocked lunchroom, including snacks, summer treats, and social spaces
  • Regular appreciation and recognition initiatives, including monthly catered lunches or offsite PDP sessions, and team celebrations such as attending conferences and award ceremonies in locations like Cabo and Miami
  • How to Apply

    Through this posting or email your resume to admin@sitetalent.ca

    About SiteTalent

    We are a specialized growth and talent partner for the industrial sector. From talent strategy to help attract and retain the best talent for your growing organization, through a full suite of employer branding, candidate experience, and talent acquisition services, we help shape the companies that shape our world.

    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.

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