Estimator

**Join Our Team at Paragon**

Paragon is one of Winnipeg’s largest, privately-owned real estate companies specializing in the development of sustainable, purpose-built multifamily rental properties. With over 15 years of experience, Paragon boasts end-to-end real estate services including acquisition, development, construction management and long-term property management. Paragon currently has over 600M+ of projects under development.

At Paragon, we believe in creating an environment where our employees can thrive both professionally and personally. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package and a vibrant workplace culture that embodies “The Paragon Way.”

**The Role**:
Reporting to the Estimating Manager, the Estimator will assist in the execution of project budgets, quantity takeoffs, purchase orders, contracts, etc. for multifamily construction projects.
- Tendering
- Creating tender packages, meet with Procurement team and Construction for bidders to be added to list prior to tender calls.
- Job scope clarifications, reviewing drawings and specs and creating new scope clarifications.
- Ensuring the accuracy of tender packages
- Directing questions to appropriate parties
- Data Entry/Filing:

- Assisting with documentation entry such as Purchase Orders, letters, contract entries, DocuSign documents
- Organize purchase orders and contracts in Procore and Procore Drive as required
- Request WCB / COI as required, follow up on trades who haven’t submitted
- Estimating:

- Perform quantity takeoffs to facilitate in budget creation and purchase orders
- Create and submit estimating reports - work closely with Estimating Manager
- Ensuring accuracy of quotes, comparative to take offs
- Learn/assist with Class C/D budgets
- Perform value engineering / cost analysis studies under the direction of the Estimating Manager
- Conduct research on current labour costs, material costs, source new leads
- Learn minor bid recaps of lower dollar thresholds, present to Estimating Manager
- Trade relations:

- Assist on sourcing new trades
- Adding new interest into Procore for tendering
- Reach out to trades as required for position
- Build and maintain current relationships by answering questions during tenders, etc.
- Purchase Orders:

- Draft purchase orders for execution as required
- Ensure accuracy of purchase order line items, request schedule of values if required

Other duties as assigned.

**Qualifications**:

- Minimum 1 year of experience in construction estimating and project management
- A diploma in Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or an acceptable combination of education and related experience
- Excellent project planning skills
- Strong estimating experience. Must have experience reading and interpreting engineered plans/specs and developing cost estimates
- Understands construction tenders, drawings, processes, and standards through experience and earned qualification
- Experience in working with estimating software such as Bluebeam, etc.
- Extensive proficiency using MS Office programs (Word, Excel, etc.)
- Understand scope of work to bid as well as contractual terms and obligations
- Ability to maintain good working relations with material suppliers, customers and subcontractors
- Highly effective analytical, negotiation and conflict-resolution skills
- Ability to work under pressure and problem-solve when faced with new challenges
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and meet strict deadlines
- Takes initiative and able to work both independently and in a collaborative environment
- Highly organized and detail-oriented
- Desire to learn and grow professionally
- Results driven, energetic, creative and hardworking

**Why Work at Paragon?**
- **Robust, Employer-Paid Benefits Program**: We take care of our team with a comprehensive benefits package after three months of employment that includes health, dental, and vision coverage.
- **Professional Development Opportunities**: We invest in your growth with ongoing training and development programs to help you advance in your career.
- **Monthly Company Social Events**: Enjoy regular social events that foster team spirit and camaraderie.
- **Free Parking**: Convenient and free parking at our brand new headquarters.
- **RRSP Matching Program**: After one year of service, benefit from our RRSP matching program to help you save for the future.
- **On-Site Fitness Facility**: Stay active and healthy with access to our fully equipped fitness center.
- **Culture of Teamwork and Collaboration**: Experience a supportive and collaborative work environment where teamwork is at the heart of everything we do.