Senior Estimator - Preconstruction

SmartCentres REIT; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Canada is seeking a Senior Estimator - Preconstruction to manage multi-site projects across residential and commercial sectors. The role will involve project oversight, cost management, and ensuring alignment with strategic objectives. Candidates must possess significant estimating experience and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of eight (8) years’ experience as a construction estimator.
• Extensive practice in conceptual estimating, quantity takeoff, pricing, and scheduling.
• Proficient in Ontario Building Code and industry practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned projects in the multi-site, national preconstruction program.
• Oversee design, cost, constructability, and project coordination.
• Monitor cost and schedule to achieve project expectations.

Skills

Estimating

Project Management

Communication

Cost Management

Problem Solving

Education

University degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management

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Senior Estimator/Preconstruction

Job Title: Senior Estimator/Preconstruction

Reports To: VP, Design, Preconstruction and Estimating

Department: Construction

Position Summary

Manage assigned projects within the company’s multi-site, national preconstruction program, this role oversees design, cost, constructability, and project coordination. The Manager will ensure effective communication impacting customers, sales initiatives, existing residents, and property management team. This role is in support of SmartCentres’ current program in residential: apartments, condominiums, and townhomes, plus our continually active commercial retail and storage facilities.

Key Responsibilities

Project Oversight

• Senior Estimator/Preconstruction will support the team in identifying and implementing improvements to the processes within the Preconstruction and Estimating Team
• Support the VP Design, Preconstruction and Estimating in the implementation of Construction function strategy as it relates to pre-construction planning, budgeting, value added costing, material sourcing and estimating;
• Provide Class B through D estimates to support business objectives.
• Encourage change and adoption of ideas through personal leadership and strong business acumen.
• Be prepared to support the corporate objectives as established by the Executive Management team.
• Monitor cost, constructability, and schedule to ensure and achieve projects expectations.
• Manage the budgeting, costing, value engineering and assist in the consultant review process during pre-construction activities to achieve the financial goals of the organization;
  
  

Design and Cost Management

• Oversee the design process, ensuring alignment with pro forma objectives while optimizing project cost, constructability, and schedule.
• Support Business Unit and Construction Team initiatives with a focus on preconstruction and estimating goals.
  
  

Market Trends and Problem Solving

• Stay informed about market trends in construction materials and processes.
• Develop innovative solutions to complex challenges, exercising professional judgment.
• Identify and implement process improvements within the Preconstruction and Estimating Group.
  
  

Relationship Management

• A Senior Estimator/Preconstruction to lead areas within the estimating group including but not limited to estimating, project costing, budgeting, design development costing and historical database update. This role is in support of SmartCentres’ residential: apartments, condominiums, and townhomes, retail and storage facilities.
• Develop and maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers essential for program success.
• Collaborate with the VP, Design, Preconstruction, and Estimating to align with corporate objectives established by Executive Management.
• Support members of the Leasing, Development Planning, Engineering and the Construction Team in the functions required for achieving the goals of the organization;
  
  

Required Skills/Experience

• Minimum of eight (8) years’ experience as a construction estimator and preconstruction.
• Extensive practice in the area of conceptual estimating, quantity takeoff, pricing, estimating, scheduling, construction methods and materials;
• Proficient in:
• Construction industry practices and terminology.
• MasterFormat Division and Section breakdown.
• Quantification and costing.
• Ontario Building Code.
• Comprehensive understanding of contracts, plans, specifications, scopes, building science, scheduling, project logistics, and construction methodologies.
• Experience in cost management, constructability, and construction methods related to real estate development.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with trade partners and suppliers.
• Advanced knowledge of construction drawings and specifications.
  

Academic And Professional Requirements

• University degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Professional certifications or designations are an asset.
  
  

Core Values and Expectations

The Senior Estimator/Preconstruction Must

• Be client-focused, advocating a positive company image internally and externally.
• Take accountability for decisions and act respectfully and ethically.
• Demonstrate entrepreneurialism and a sense of ownership, highlighting creativity and resourcefulness to achieve results.
• Exhibit teamwork, effectively collaborating with colleagues and contributing to shared goals.
  
  

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment and selection process. If you are contacted about an employment opportunity, please advise if you require accommodation.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

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