Estimator

WhiteWater West; Richmond; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

WhiteWater seeks an experienced Estimator to develop detailed cost estimates for waterslide complexes and aquatic play structures in a fast-paced environment. The role involves reviewing team output, performing gap analyses, and producing documentation that supports proposals and budgets.

You’ll collaborate cross-functionally, prepare BOMs and take-offs, and manage RFQ processes while meeting tight deadlines in a dynamic, safety-minded culture.

Qualifications

• Engineering or project management degree or equivalent work experience required.
• Minimum 5 years in construction or manufacturing estimating preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret construction/engineering drawings.
• Fluent written and spoken English; legal eligibility to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive cost estimates for waterslide complexes and aquatic play structures.
• Review work produced by team members using analytical skills.
• Conduct gap analyses on commodities and prepare reports with findings.
• Create BOMs and take-offs from scratch; draft scope of work in estimates.
• Prepare RFQ documents and review contracts for completeness and compliance.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Reading drawings

English fluency

Deadline-driven

Education

Engineering or PM degree

Tools

Power Apps

Power BI

Job description

WhiteWater makes products, but we are a service business at our heart, which means we are a people business. In this way, we excel and create value for our clients by listening to their needs, collaborating to develop solutions, problem-solving and attending to the details. Our culture, as you would expect, reflects these traits. We are a diverse group of experts, from creative designers to talented engineers. Whatever expertise we bring from all over the world, we listen and learn from each other because we are aligned with a clearly understood purpose. Together, we create fun for families globally.

Position: Estimator

Shift: Permanent, Full-Time
Department: Estimating

Location: Richmond, British Columbia (relocating to Vancouver Downtown - mid 2027)
Reports to: Manager, Estimating

Salary: 80,000-90,000

PURPOSE:

The successful candidate will be working in a fast-paced environment where you will play a crucial part in assembling costs and estimates for various projects during the sales and budgeting phases.

In this technical position, you will apply your critical thinking skills and sound judgment to deliver accurate estimates, even when faced with limited information. Your ability to thrive under pressure and meet tight deadlines will be essential as you create detailed estimates that go beyond simple price lists, drawing insights from multiple reporting mechanisms.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop comprehensive cost estimates for waterslide complexes and aquatic play structures.
• Apply critical thinking and analytical skills to review work produced by team members.
• Work cross-functionally to conduct gap analyses on various commodities, performing root cause analysis and providing reports with findings and corrective recommendations.
• Create detailed documentation outlining the scope of work included in estimates.
• Fulfil responsibilities in accordance with legal and ethical standards.
• Promote positive communication, collaboration, and respectful relationships within the team.
  
• Adhere to best practices in operations, including Customer Service, Quality, Lean Management, and Safety.
• Contribute to fostering a culture of continuous improvement and Lean methodologies.
• Prepare RFQ documentation to obtain both internal and external quotations as needed.
• Review contract and bid documents to ensure completeness and compliance with proposal standards.
• Collaborate with slide designers and Architects to ensure client requirements are met within budget constraints.
• Collect and organize relevant reports and documents to support completed work.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• An Engineering or Project Management related degree and/or relevant experience is essential.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in construction or manufacturing estimating is preferred (ideally within the Amusement sector).
• Able to read and interpret construction/engineering drawings.
• Must be comfortable with extensive use of Excel in creating and interpreting spreadsheets; Experience using Power Apps and Power BI would be an asset.
• Must be fluent in written and spoken English. Effective communication is key to this role.
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.
  
• Willing and able to work outside of normal operating hours if requested on an as-needed basis.
• Able to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced, fun, and professional environment!
• Able to create estimates under pressure that are accurate and reflect the company’s costs, using information provided.
• Able to create Bills of Materials and take-offs from scratch.
• Math, statistics and analyst education and experience is an asset.

WHITEWATER COMPETENCIES:

• Accountability – We do what we say
• Collaboration – We work well together
• Customer Focus – We know and respond to our customers
• Communication – We listen to and understand each other
• Authenticity – We are honest and trust each other
• Resilience – We deal effectively with pressure, are persistent and optimistic
• Flexibility & Adaptability – We are willing and able to respond to changing circumstances.

We thank all the candidates who take the time and energy to apply. Given the volume of applications, it makes responding personally to each applicant difficult.Pleaseknowwe are grateful for your interest.

WhiteWater is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate the diversity of all employees and applicants and are strongly committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone.