Estimator-Residential-Calgary

Job Title: Estimator-Residential

Location: Calgary, AB

Company: Adecco Canada (on behalf of one of Calgary's well reputed residential developer)

About Us:

Adecco Canada is proud to be working with one of Calgary's leading single-family developers in the search for an Estimator. Our client has a strong reputation for delivering high-quality residential projects and is committed to creating vibrant communities for residents to call home. 

Position Overview:

Adecco is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Estimator for Calgary's one of the best home developers. They develop Single Family homes, Duplex homes, Townhouses.
The Estimator will assist with take-offs per job, on-going management of master models, purchase orders, accurate estimates, and job costing. This would include a variety of tasks, including but not limited to:
Estimator- Residential Construction 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 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 field team has what is needed.

• Prepare and complete take offs from residential blueprints.

• Plan review of residential blueprints to ensure spec level is kept.

• Implementation of software and processes to ensure efficiencies are kept through the ERP software suites.

• Source new suppliers & materials through business networking.

• Assist with tendering process from start to finish.

• Maintain awareness of building codes, municipality changes and construction techniques

• Ensure invoices are processed and kept current.

• Support construction team and trade/supplier partners through any construction issues or discrepancies.

• Develop and foster strong supplier relationships.

• Ensure timely and accurate completion of production schedules & budgets for construction.

• Other duties as required.

  
  Qualifications:

• Effective time management skills, top-notch analytical skills and ability to prioritize to meet multiple deadlines.

• Proficient of the Residential Construction Industry

• Previous experience as a residential Estimator

• Excellent with technology & in-depth experience with MS Office, Outlook and Excel & Spreadsheets

• Ability to review architectural blueprints and prepare take-off measurements and prepare cost budgeting reports.

• Experience using a Purchasing & Scheduling ERP System (preferably Homefront & BuildPro) is an asset.

• Experience with PlanSwift and BlueBeam is an asset.

• Works well in a team or independently

• Team attitude and willingness to take on jobs.

• Negotiation skills are an asset especially when discussing with third party trades and contractors.

• Experience with project planning, cost management and a desire to learn about project management concepts.

• A background in accounting or finance will be an asset, a Post-Secondary Degree, and/or a CET in the respective field of purchasing, estimation and/or construction accounting.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Base salary plus bonus on every house. 1 Day remote work per week. Travel allowance per month

• Opportunity to work with a reputable and growing developer.

• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

• Career growth and development opportunities.

• Exciting and challenging projects that make a difference in Calgary's real estate landscape.

How to Apply:

If you are a dedicated and experienced Estimator looking for a new opportunity to make your mark in Calgary's real estate industry, we want to hear from you! Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience to rahul.dhawan@adecco.ca

Adecco Canada is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including those from diverse backgrounds. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.