Project Estimator

3 weeks ago

Vancouver, Canada Northland Properties Full time

The Construction and Design division of Northland Properties Corporation is seeking a Project Estimator & Scheduler to support the construction of our expanding Hotel, Restaurant and Resorts brands.
Proud to be 100% Canadian-owned, Northland Properties' are recognized as one of the most trusted names in hotels, restaurants, resorts, sports, construction, and asset management. Our well-known and loved brands have been bringing people together to celebrate unforgettable experiences across Canada, the US, Ireland, and the UK for over 50 years. As Canada’s fastest-growing hospitality group, we believe the foundation of our continued success is our people and their ability to take great care of our guests.
Reporting directly to the Project Controls Manager, the Project Estimator & Scheduler works closely with Project Managers, the Owner, Architects, Engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure accurate estimation of costs and effective scheduling of construction projects.
**The key responsibilities will include**:

- Accurately estimating the costs of construction projects, including materials, labour, and equipment
- Analyze project plans and specifications to determine the scope of work and materials required for project estimates.
- Participate in pre-construction processes and project kick off meetings.
- Identify and advise on major changes in scope of work during the design development phase;
- Provide feedback on drawings, rates of placement, clashes and constructability issues of the project documents.
- Review design options and recommend best solution based on cost, engineering quality or availability of materials.
- Provide varying Classes of estimates depending on the stage of the project documents.
- Prepare detailed cost estimates for all labor, materials, and equipment.
- Evaluate and recommend allowances for indirect costs, design unknowns, escalation and contingency.
- Establish unit costs, labour rates, productivity factors and location impacts
- Perform detailed material and furniture take offs and provide quantities to the procurement department for the solicitation of vendor pricing.
- Prepare materials and equipment cost estimations necessary to successfully carry out a construction project according to plans and specifications.
- Review and incorporate historical data from previous projects into unit and man-hour figures;
- Research and gather data on material and labor costs, market conditions, and other factors that may impact project costs.
- Set up and maintain a cost database including creation of base model budgets, elevations and assemblies.
- Perform quantity take-offs that can be used to procure materials for the sites.
- Collaborate with Project Managers, Engineers, and Architects to understand project requirements and develop accurate estimates.
- Create and manage Risk Register during Pre-Construction.
- Review and provide comments on the project schedule.
- Maintain files of working documents as back-up for estimate figures, including current/accurate information on prices from suppliers;
- Present cost estimates to upper management and provide explanations for cost variations and recommendations for cost-saving measures.
- Support project teams by conducting take offs or providing estimates for changes during construction.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of project estimates, budgets, and cost data.
- Monitor and track actual project costs and compare them to estimated costs, identifying, and explaining any discrepancies.
- Participate and support the development of RFP’s for 3rd party contracts
- Manage the handover process from Pre-Construction to the Project Team.
- Attend project closeout meeting with the C&D Team to discuss positive and negative aspects of the project.
- Complies with and improves estimating process procedure and consistency.
- Protects all forms of proprietary information.
- Maintains Estimating data systems to ensure they are kept up to date.
- Develop, monitor and update project schedules using industry-standard scheduling software.
- Resource load schedules with manhours and milestones once budgets are finalized
- Create and maintain templates for all regions.
- Monitor project progress and identify potential delays or obstacles.
- Work with PM’s on monthly updates
- Communicate with stakeholders to provide updates on project timelines and milestones.
- Analyze project schedules to identify opportunities for efficiency.
- Collaborate with the project team to develop contingency plans and mitigate potential risks.
- Identify risks and propose risk mitigation plans.
- Provide regular reports and updates on project schedules to management and other stakeholders.
- Provide Schedule training and support to all PM and site coordinators
- Report to management any schedule impacts as they develop
- Stay current on industry best practices and trends in construction scheduling.

What are we looking for?
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Manag

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