Estimator

seymourpacificdevelopmentsltd; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health coverage

Vision and dental coverage

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Referral program

Health and wellness benefit

Pension (RPP) eligibility after 1 year

Employee recognition program

In-house professional development

Job summary

Seymour Pacific Developments is seeking an Estimator to prepare full-cost estimates for multi-family residential or commercial construction across Canada. Based in Winnipeg, Manitoba, you’ll analyze plans, perform takeoffs, and build cost estimates to support project budgeting and executive approvals.

You will work with the Senior Estimator to finalize estimates and manage them through project completion, ensuring adherence to standards and timely delivery for all bids and proposals.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary diploma in Construction Management, Accounting or related field.
• Minimum 2 years working experience in a construction estimating role.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Great attention to detail and ability to spot anomalies.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Advanced skills in MS Office Suite and database systems.
• Knowledge of contract language and legal requirements of contracts.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Familiarity with estimating techniques, cost control and material pricing.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of thorough, accurate, and timely estimates using ProContractor Estimating software.
• Analyze project plans and specifications to determine total estimated cost.
• Conduct material, labour and equipment takeoffs.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates including materials, labour, and project duration.
• Build-up direct and indirect costs for major residential and commercial projects.
• Document and maintain accurate records of cost estimates and related documents.
• Create estimates and proposals for owner change orders, RFIs, and design changes.
• Prepare estimates of probable costs based on bids, drawings and specs.
• Examine tenders and provide direction on value engineering.

Skills

Estimating experience

Analytical thinking

MS Office proficiency

Negotiation skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Cost control

Education

Post-secondary diploma in Construction Management, Accounting or related field

Tools

ProContractor Estimating

Job description

The Estimator is responsible for the accurate, timely preparation of full-cost estimates for multi-family residential or commercial construction projects throughout Canada. The role analyzes historical and incoming data from other departments and incorporates it into the project construction budget, working with the Senior Estimator to finalize the estimate for executive approval. The Estimator oversees the management of their respective estimates through to project completion.

A successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring that our projects are planned and executed efficiently, within budget and to Seymour Pacific Development’s standards of quality. This position will be located in Winnipeg - Manitoba.

Your contributions to the team:

• Preparation of thorough, accurate, and timely estimates using ProContractor Estimating software
• Analyze project plans and specifications to determine the overall estimated cost of a project
• Conduct thorough material take-offs, labour and equipment takeoffs
• Prepare detailed cost estimates by analyzing all project costs, including materials, labour and project duration
• Build-up of direct and indirect cost estimates for major residential and commercial projects
• Document and maintain accurate records of cost estimates and other relevant documents to support project accounting and financial reporting
• Create estimates and proposals for owner change orders, RFI’s, and comparative construction methods, aiding in design change decision making
• Prepare estimates of probable costs of materials, labour, and equipment for construction projects based on contract bids, quotations, schematic drawings, and specifications
• Examine and analyze tenders received from various departments, and provide direction on anticipated value engineering

What you need to be successful:

• Post-secondary diploma in Construction Management, Accounting or related field
• Minimum 2 years working experience in a construction estimating role
• Exceptional critical thinking, analytical and advanced problem-solving skills
• Great attention to detail and a keen eye for quantitative and qualitative anomalies
• Demonstrated success in working effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Ability to prioritize and complete a variety of incoming tasks with varied deadline
• Advanced skills in MS Office Suite and database systems
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Working knowledge of contract language and legal requirements of contracts
• Excellent technical, organizational, and planning skills
• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills with well-developed communication and negotiation skills
• Total familiarity and understanding of related computer estimating applications including budget code repositories, digital take-offs and scheduling software
• Knowledge of estimating techniques, cost control and material pricing

What we offer:

Employees enjoy a wide range of benefits and competitive reward. You will be eligible to receive salary starting from $60,000 to $75,000 per annum, this will be determined by your skill set, education and experience. You will also be eligible to participate in the Company’s benefits program covering:

• Employer paid extended health, vision, and dental coverage (including family)
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Yearly health and wellness benefit
• RPP eligibility after 1 year
• Employee recognition program
• In-house professional development opportunities

Why Seymour Pacific?

Seymour Pacific Developments is an industry leader in building multi‑family homes with unparalleled speed and efficiency. We develop and build over 1000 units a year by leveraging effective teamwork and industry expertise. We offer excellent wages and benefits, as well as a variety of training for employees who are motivated to succeed and want to expand their horizons.

Seymour Pacific Developments practices equal opportunity hiring and onboarding processes to ensure equal access and participation for everyone. We understand that we have a responsibility for ensuring a safe, dignified, and welcoming environment and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees irrespective of race, colour, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by law. We believe in integrating people with disabilities into our workforce by removing barriers and meeting accessibility needs.