Estimator
7 months ago
**We believe home is more than just a place**
Akash Homes isn't just about constructing buildings; we're dedicated to crafting high-quality homes that everyone can cherish. With operations in Edmonton, Calgary, Winnipeg, and surrounding areas, we specialize in starter and move-up homes in sustainable communities at attainable prices.
The Estimator will play a crucial role in ensuring the accurate and timely creation of purchase orders for construction starts, as well as maintaining and contributing to our estimation and construction management ERP Software. This position also involves preparing cost accounting, job-specific budgeting, ongoing management of master models, and conducting cost reporting.
**What your team does**:
At Akash Homes, we are in a phase of exciting growth, and our construction team is integral to maintaining this momentum. They focus on building strong relationships with trade partners, suppliers, and external teams to ensure seamless collaboration and clear communication. This team is dedicated to achieving mutual success through meticulous attention to construction quality, safety standards, and operational efficiency.
**What **you’ll** work on**:
**Data Collection & Analysis**:
- Gather and analyze data to prepare accurate cost estimates.
- Maintain high data integrity in our estimation systems.
- Evaluate project requirements, specifications, and blueprints to determine material and labor costs.
**Bid Preparation**:
- Prepare detailed bid proposals for residential construction projects.
- Collaborate with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive pricing.
**Cost Management**:
- Maintain and update cost databases to ensure accurate future project estimates.
- Monitor project costs and identify areas for potential savings.
**Collaboration**:
- Work closely with site supervisors and project managers to ensure cost estimates align with project goals and timelines.
- Communicate with suppliers and subcontractors to verify pricing and availability of materials.
- Develop and foster strong supplier relationships.
**Core Responsibilities**:
- Prepare and analyze budgets for model houses.
- Discuss with various trades at every scope to obtain pricing.
- Prepare take-offs for various scopes of work with respect to the building process.
- Review plans and issue purchase orders to various trades at each scope to ensure the site team has all purchase orders issued.
- Monitor and manage the purchasing ERP suite for model and item costs, as well as push all purchase orders to respective suppliers and scheduling software.
- Assist in managing the scheduling software suite from the office to ensure the field team has what is needed.
- Prepare and complete take-offs from residential blueprints.
- Conduct plan reviews of residential blueprints to ensure spec level is maintained.
- Implement software and processes to ensure efficiencies are maintained through the ERP software suites.
- Maintain awareness of building codes, municipality changes, and construction techniques.
- Support the construction team and trade/supplier partners through any construction issues or discrepancies.
**What **you’ll** bring**
- ** Attention to Detail**: Ensure accuracy in cost estimates and bid proposals.
- **Analytical Skills**: Analyze data and project requirements to prepare precise cost forecasts.
- **Communication**: Effectively communicate with suppliers, subcontractors, and internal teams.
- **Time Management**: Manage multiple projects and deadlines efficiently.
- **Team Collaboration**: Work collaboratively with site supervisors and project managers.
- **Data Integrity**: Maintain high standards of data accuracy within estimation systems.
**What you will find here**:
Some highlights of our total compensation at Akash Homes are:
- Competitive Salary
- Extended health care (dental, vision)
- Matching RRSP program
- Continuing Education Support
As we continue to scale, we are committed to investing in a total compensation package that matches the needs of our team members.
**Our Team Says It Best**:
Above all, we cherish our culture at Akash Homes. Here’s what some of our Akash Team Members have to say:
“This company is like a mismatched puzzle. We all represent different pieces and we all somehow fit together well.”
“We're supportive and we work really hard. We're kind of like a scrappy startup.”
“We're not just going to grow here, we're going to grow together. That is really important, because you can't leave half of your team behind. There is always going to be trial and error in everything we do and we’ll succeed by working through it all together.”
**IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Accessibility) at Akash Homes**:
Akash Homes provides accessible accommodation during the recruitment process. If you require accommodation, please tell us, and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Thank you to all who apply. Only those considered for an interview will be
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