Estimator

Description

The Estimator supports the full preconstruction and estimating process, working under the guidance of a Senior Estimator or Director of Preconstruction. You will prepare accurate budgets, estimates, and tender packages, ensuring all project considerations are thoroughly evaluated. You will collaborate closely with internal teams, maintain strong relationships with clients and trade partners, and mentor junior estimating staff. With a strong understanding of market conditions and construction methodologies, you will deliver complete, well-analyzed preconstruction packages that set up the Operations team for successful project delivery.

• Maintaining client relationships including discussing new work with existing clients.
• Participating in developing new processes and workflow ideas to make the Estimating department more efficient.
• Handing over a complete estimate and preconstruction package to the Operations Team.
• Maintaining contact with Project Managers during construction of successful bids to gain real time feedback on bid issues.
• Managing the estimating process of a project including initial budgets, value engineering, budget updates, and tender.
• Performing additional assignments and research to help further the knowledge base of yourself, the Estimating department, and the company.
• Preparing and participating in presentations to clients, including final negotiations.
• Liaising with our in-house teams to understand all project considerations; schedule, constructability, site logistics, sustainability requirements, etc.
• Reviewing take-offs, elemental budgets, and other work items prepared by junior estimators.
• Mentoring and developing junior team members to maximize productivity, innovation, and teamwork.

Requirements

*Experience with tower construction is an asset.

• Experience with tower construction is an asset.
• Strong time management skills, particularly the ability to prioritize a multitude of tasks.
• A high attention to detail.
• Being able to recognize, assess, and resolve areas of risk within a project – use of exclusions, clarifications, and price adjustments.
• Understanding the impacts of various bid methods and types of head contracts.
• Proven 5+ years’ experience as a construction estimator for a general contractor.
• The ability to build solid long-lasting relationships.
• The ability to work in a dynamic and fast paced, deadline driven environment.
• BCIT ABT (Architectural and Building Technology) two-year Diploma, or similar education an asset.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Matching RRSP
• The ability to anticipate problems and solve proactively.
• Reading and understanding impacts of SGC's and division 1 specifications.
• Excellent negotiation skills.

Benefits

By bringing together smart, dedicated and supportive colleagues from diverse backgrounds, we deliver top-notch client service in a collaborative work environment. The high performing, values driven atmosphere provides the opportunity for you to make a real impact and build a rewarding career at Ventana. Being a part of Ventana means working on a variety of interesting projects including breweries and recreation complexes, working with a supportive team, and being proud to say, “we built that”.

• Extended benefits, Employee Assistance Program, life insurance, AD&D, LTD, CI
• Paid vacation
• Lunch catered to the office twice a week
• Professional development support
• Head Office centrally located in Burnaby and transit-accessible
• Competitive salary, plus potential bonus
• We get together often for company-wide social events

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance