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.
30+ days ago