Senior Estimator - Preconstruction

SmartCentres IP Inc.; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction sector is seeking a Senior Estimator/Preconstruction to manage preconstruction projects across residential and commercial sectors. The ideal candidate will oversee cost management, project coordination, and vendor relationships, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and effective communication with all stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Minimum of eight years of experience in construction estimation.
• Proficient in the Ontario Building Code and construction industry practices.
• Advanced knowledge of construction drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Manage multi-site national preconstruction projects.
• Oversee design processes and optimize costs.
• Develop and maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers.

Skills

Estimating

Project Coordination

Cost Management

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

University degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management

Job description

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.
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