Construction Estimator
- Saanichton, BC, Canada
$40 to $45 CAD / hour · Full-time
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Job details
- Pay
- $40 to $45 CAD / hour
- Job type
- Full-time
- Apply by
- Experience
- At least 4 years of experience in a Project Coordinator, Estimator, or similar role in residential construction
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Estimator
A well-established residential custom home builder in the Greater Victoria area is growing their team and looking for an Estimator to join them. They are well known for building high-quality, modern, West Coast-inspired, energy-efficient custom homes, and are looking for someone who shares their values of transparency, trust and exquisite client care.
This role blends project coordination with estimating. You'll work closely with the Project Management team to support planning and execution across active projects, while also taking ownership of cost estimating and bid preparation for upcoming work. This role is a strong fit for someone equally comfortable with the numbers and the coordination side of a build.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Prepare accurate cost estimates and quantity takeoffs for residential construction and renovation projects
- Source and compare vendor and subcontractor quotes to support competitive, accurate bids
- Contribute to the creation and management of project scopes, timelines and budgets
- Support monthly budget reconciliations and prepare client reports
- Coordinate project schedules and communicate updates to clients throughout the project lifecycle
- Assist in preparing and executing contracts and tender packages
- Coordinate procurement of tools, equipment and materials as needed
- Participate in weekly team meetings to support project and company controls, communication and safety processes
Job Requirements:
- At least 4 years of experience in a Project Coordinator, Estimator, or similar role in residential construction
- Strong understanding of construction costing, takeoffs and the bid process
- Strong math abilities and comfort working with numbers day to day
- Experience with cost-plus contracts an asset
- Red Seal Carpentry ticket an asset
- Aptitude for spreadsheets and cost tracking tools
- Proficient in Google Workspace, familiar with project management or estimating software
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Highly developed interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
- Self-starter who can work independently and collaboratively
Benefits:
- A Health Spending Account (HSA) is provided to cover eligible medical expenses, offering flexibility and control over your healthcare choices after a 3-month probationary period.
- 2 weeks of paid vacation.
- 5 paid sick days
- Paid training opportunities.
Hourly Wage: $40-$45/hr depending on experience (Permanent Full Time)
Work Shift: Mon-Fri, 40-hour work week, office-based role
Job applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada to be considered for this position. We appreciate your interest in this position. While we review all applications carefully, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Pay: $40.00-$45.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Mileage reimbursement
- On-site parking
- Tuition reimbursement
- Wellness program
Work Location: In person
More about this job
Responsibilities
The Estimator at Riverstone Management will prepare cost estimates and quantity takeoffs, compare supplier quotes, and track budgets. The role also coordinates schedules, procurement and client updates alongside the project management team.
Requirements
Candidates need at least four years of estimating or project coordination experience in residential construction. Strong math skills, spreadsheet proficiency, and a detail-oriented, organized approach are essential.
Skills
- Quantity takeoffs
- Cost estimating
- Bid preparation
- Subcontractor and vendor quote comparison
- Budget management and reconciliation
- Cost tracking
- Spreadsheets
- Google Workspace
- Project scheduling
- Client reporting
- Contract preparation
- Tender packages
- Procurement
- Cost-plus contracts
- Construction costing
- Attention to detail
- Analytical problem-solving
Benefits
- Health Spending Account
- Paid vacation
- Paid sick days
- Paid training
- Mileage reimbursement
- On-site parking
- Tuition reimbursement
- Wellness program
Categories
- Consulting
- Construction
- Finance & Accounting
Keywords
- Construction Estimator
- cost estimator
- quantity takeoff
- bid preparation
- construction estimating
- residential construction
- custom home builder
- project coordinator
- cost-plus contracts
- budget reconciliation
- Google Workspace
- Excel
- spreadsheets
- cost tracking
- procurement
- tender packages
- Red Seal Carpentry
- Victoria
- construction costing
Seniority
Mid level
Perks
- Generous paid time off
- Tuition support
- Wellness program
- Transit support
- Paid training
Licences and certifications
- Red Seal Carpentry
Tools
- Google Workspace
- spreadsheets
- estimating software
- project management software
Languages
- English