Formwork Estimator: Precise Budgets & Trade Partnerships

Bosa Construction Inc.

Vancouver

Hybrid

CAD 90,000 - 115,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Bosa Construction Inc. is hiring an estimator to drive the formwork division forward with detailed and timely estimates. You will partner with leadership, Project Managers, and trade partners to price labor, materials, and equipment for Lower Mainland projects.

The role requires at least three years of complex concrete/formwork experience and strong Excel and on-screen takeoff skills. A Building Technology or Construction Management credential is preferred, and the successful candidate will help

Qualifications

3+ years on complex concrete/formwork projects.
Strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy.
Experience using on-screen takeoff tools and Excel.
Able to manage multiple deliverables across project phases.
Knowledge of market practices, materials, and trade pricing.

Responsibilities

Assemble estimating input including labour, material, equipment and trade pricing.
Collaborate with preconstruction and project teams to form a value-add estimating team.
Prepare labour and material breakdowns for budgets and planning.
Review designs to identify cost-saving opportunities and efficiencies.
Ensure complete costed scopes with subcontractor quotes and specs.
Build relationships with trades and suppliers for accurate pricing.
Provide conceptual estimates from drawings through final cost analysis.
Track estimate vs. actual costs over the project life.