Senior Residential Estimator — Renovations & Budgets

Halifax General Contractors LTD; Halifax; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Halifax General Contractors LTD is seeking an experienced estimator to join our Halifax team. The role focuses on residential construction estimating, compiling complete cost projections for labour, materials and sub-trades, and coordinating with suppliers and subcontractors.

You will present estimates to clients and collaborate with design-build and project management teams to ensure accurate budgeting, bid preparation, and cost control throughout projects in the Halifax area.

Qualifications

• Experience in residential construction estimating.
• Proficiency with estimating software and MS Office.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings.
• Strong written and verbal English communication.

Responsibilities

• Calculate total project costs including labour, materials and sub-trades.
• Identify and research suppliers and subcontractors; prepare and evaluate RFQs.
• Present prepared estimates and work with design-build and project teams on budgeting.
• Support cost control and budgeting throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Estimating software

MS Office

Blueprint reading

English communication

Education

Construction/Engineering/Architecture background

Job description

Halifax General Contractors LTD is seeking an experienced estimator to join our Halifax team. The role focuses on residential construction estimating, compiling complete cost projections for labour, materials and sub-trades, and coordinating with suppliers and subcontractors.

You will present estimates to clients and collaborate with design-build and project management teams to ensure accurate budgeting, bid preparation, and cost control throughout projects in the Halifax area.