Jr. Estimator

**About TL Housing Solutions**

TL Housing Solutions Ltd (“TL”) is a developer/builder specializing in the non-market housing sector. We provide turn-key project management and design-build services on a fee for service basis. We access support and funding for non-profit organizations through all levels of Government and Crown funding agencies. We work with existing housing providers and groups seeking to enter the sector, such as churches, legions or other service organizations.

Over the past twelve years, TL has delivered innovative housing solutions to a broad range of clients in the Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island. Over 3,000 units are completed or in progress for affordable rental and ownership, seniors, and healthcare. As an affiliate in the Townline Group of Companies we have capitalized on a forty-year history of solid performance and have achieved a prominent position in the non-market space. Through these efforts we offer a significant way to give back to our community, delivering maximum value for our clients, our partners, and the people who rely on our homes.

**Role Description**

Reporting directly to the Senior Pre-Construction Manager, the Junior Estimator will work closely with in-house and external construction personnel in determining full-cost estimates, quantity take-offs and costs analyses on all TL projects in the pre-construction phase.

The Duties of the Junior Estimator may include but are not limited to:

- Attend pre-tender site visits and meetings to verify existing conditions and fully understand the scope of the project
- Assist with preparing detailed quantity take-offs and cost estimates or general tender work
- Assist with preparing material, labour, equipment, subcontractor estimations according to project specifications
- Work with Estimator in developing budgets and cash flows
- Review specifications and drawings to understand the scope of work and required content of estimate
- Work closely with the Project Manager throughout the construction process
- Review and award bid packages from sub-contractors and suppliers
- Compile tender results and prepare summaries
- Review costs for maintenance and additional building needs
- Review quotations for proposed change orders
- Assist with identifying potential financial or construction risks
- Monitor changes and update project scope and budgets accordingly
- Maintain an accurate and current database of project progress, materials, order, cost codes and inventory
- Routinely communicate changes and concerns to Senior Director and the Project Team
- Interface with client representatives, architect representative, subcontractors, etc.
- Ensure all company, client, and project policies, procedures, standards, etc., are adhered.

Skills and Requirements:

- Working towards Post-secondary school degree or diploma in a construction related area of study preferred
- Ability to read blueprints, schematics, field drawings and plans
- Strong communication, integration, problem-solving and interpersonal skills
- Results-oriented with the ability to interpret and effectively manage multiple and competing priorities and time lines
- Demonstrated success in project delivery and execution of project management methods
- Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
- Demonstrated ability to exercise necessary cost control measures
- Students will enjoy working in a dynamic team environment and interacting with many stakeholders of the organization
- Experience in construction is an asset
- Possess a valid driver's license