As a Starward Homes Construction Estimator you will be responsible for estimating the cost of labour, material and equipment, analyzing trade requirements and scopes of work and preparing the tender documents for residential single and multi-family construction projects. Some of the main duties will include:
- Develop comprehensive cost estimates and bids for senior management approval for both existing and conceptual projects
- Assist in determining trade specific scopes of work and contractual requirements
- Review house plans and drawings
- Coordinate the trade tender selection process including the sourcing of trades and assessment of tender packages
- Monitor construction cost and address adjustments as necessary
- Collaboration with other Starward Homes staff to improve operational efficiencies and customer satisfaction
Skills required:
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a residential construction estimating role
- Graduate of an Architectural Technology and/or a Construction Estimating and Quantity Surveying program would be a definite asset
- Ability to read plans and specifications and translate them into estimates
- Detailed understanding of residential construction practices, techniques and processes
- High proficiency with Microsoft Excel
- Builder MT/Timberline Estimating experience required
- Highly motivated, team oriented, and organized
Please send resume, cover letter and salary expectations to careers@starwardhomes.com. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted – thank you in advance for applying.