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.