Senior Estimator

Axiom Builders; Toronto; Remote; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Axiom Builders is seeking a Senior Estimator to manage cost estimates for a diverse pipeline of mixed-use residential and commercial projects. Based remotely in Toronto with regular trips to Vancouver, you will support preconstruction with rigorous quantity takeoffs and cost analysis.

You will collaborate with estimating, virtual construction and project management teams, review designs for cost efficiencies, and mentor rising talent on the team.

Qualifications

• 6–8 years of experience on complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Assemble labour, material, equipment and trade pricing with support from a team.
• Build relationships with trades and suppliers for cost effectiveness.
• Collaborate with estimating, virtual construction and project management teams.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Building Technology / Construction Management degree

Tools

On-screen takeoff tools

Excel

Job description

As part of a growth-oriented estimating department at Axiom Builders, the Senior Estimator will manage the cost estimates for our diverse pipeline of mixed-use residential and commercial projects. The Senior Estimator will join a team striving to provide best-in-class preconstruction services for our clients.

This person will be based remotely in Toronto with regular trips to Vancouver to collaborate with team members and clients. Possible relocation for up to 12 months to Vancouver is a possibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble all estimating input including labour, material, equipment and trade pricing with the support of a larger team;
• Build strong relationships and long-term partnership opportunities with our trades and suppliers;
• Collaborate with peers in estimating, virtual construction, project management to form a value-add preconstruction team;
• Prepare and analyze labour needs and breakdowns to assist with budgets and planning;
• Review designs to identify areas of improvement and opportunity for cost efficiencies;
• Complete project scope of work reviews to ensure completeness of estimates, and all technical specifications, subcontractor scopes, and general condition items have been quantified and costed;
• Conceptual estimating from preliminary drawings through final cost analysis;
• Track estimated versus actual costs over the life of the project;
• Contribute to design and preconstruction meetings with owners and consultants;
• Support our leadership in the training and development of emerging talent on the team.

Skills & Experience

• At least six to eight (6-8) solid years of experience working on complex projects from beginning to end;
• Knowledge of trade practices, market conditions, and building materials within the GTA;
• Experience and comfortable working with on-screen takeoff tools and Excel;
• Certificate, diploma, or degree in Building Technology, Construction Management, Construction Technology, or a related field;
• High level of attention to detail to drive accuracy and consistency throughout your work;
• Strong leadership skills - with the ability to manage difficult conversations effectively and deal with challenging situations with ease;
• Ability to communicate confidently and effectively with all levels of employees and owners, architects, and subtrades.