Cost Estimator

1 week ago


Greater Hamilton Burlington Metropolitan Area, Canada Tritan Group Full time

Position Summary

TRITAN Group is working with a residential construction and property development firm to find a Cost Estimator. Our client is based in Hamilton and specializes in high-end luxury and custom homes, focusing on new builds, renovations, and design-builds. As the Cost Estimator, you will be responsible for the accurate and timely preparation of full-cost estimates and scopes of work for projects, including materials, sub-trade costs, and labour.


Roles and responsibilities

  • Prepare and/or coordinate the preparation of full cost estimates on conceptual, design-build or general tender work.
  • Prepare a full scope of work as outlined by the Design Manager to reflect the work being carried out for the project.
  • Prepare materials, labour and sub-trade cost estimations necessary to successfully carry out a construction project according to proposals, plans and specifications.
  • Prepare and maintain a list of suppliers, contractors and subcontractors.
  • Evaluate and recommend allowances for indirect costs, design unknowns, escalation and
  • contingency.
  • Review proposal specifications and drawings to determine the scope of work and required contents of the estimate.
  • Prepare estimates by calculating the complete takeoff of the scope of work.
  • Present estimates and conduct review meetings with the Design Manager.
  • Support other department personnel as required which may include preparing estimates for other disciplines.
  • Review design options and recommend the best solution based on cost, engineering quality, or availability of materials.
  • Review all final estimate packages to ensure accuracy and completeness, prior to formal
  • proposal.
  • Provide technical assistance in negotiating contracts, change orders, etc. as required.
  • Perform additional assignments per the supervisor's direction.


Qualifications

  • A minimum of 3 years of experience in cost estimation.
  • Ability to read and interpret building specifications, blueprints and as-builds.
  • Mathematical skills and analytical skills to do material, job cost reports and labour estimates.
  • Ability to use cost-estimating software to prepare cost quotes and bids.
  • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (excel, word, etc.)
  • Ability to readily determine the correct tools and equipment needed to do a job to allow for pricing.
  • Knowledge of safe operation of basic hand and power tools.
  • Ability to work in a team environment with a minimum of supervision.
  • Establish and maintain effective relationships with trades and suppliers.
  • Effective communication and Time management skills.
  • A post-secondary degree or diploma in construction/engineering degree an asset.


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