As we continue to build robust, long-term relationships with our clients, contractors, suppliers, and employees, we strengthen our impact within the community and help drive success for those around us. We are seeking an experienced Chief Estimator to lead and develop our estimating department while driving continuous improvement in our estimating processes, procedures, and project handoff practices. Reporting directly to the Director of Preconstruction, this role will oversee all estimating operations, mentor and develop estimators, manage bid strategy and tender execution, and ensure estimates are accurate, competitive, and aligned with company profitability objectives.

This is a leadership position focused on building a high-performing estimating team capable of independently managing projects from initial takeoff through final bid submission while strengthening collaboration between estimating and operations. Establish performance expectations, accountability measures, and development plans for estimators. Train estimators to manage projects from initial review through complete pricing and tender submission.

Coach estimators to think beyond material and labour costs by identifying project-specific risks, logistics, access requirements, schedule impacts, and indirect costs. Develop estimating capabilities across the team to reduce reliance on senior leadership for final pricing decisions.



Review and challenge estimates during final stages to verify scope coverage, productivity assumptions, risk allocation, and profitability.

Process

Improvement & Operations Integration Establish best practices for bid reviews, estimate documentation, risk assessment, and project handoff. Standardize estimating templates, labour units, pricing databases, and reporting tools. Implement continuous improvement initiatives to increase estimate accuracy, efficiency, and consistency.

Strengthen collaboration between estimating and operations to ensure seamless project handoffs. Participate in project kickoff and turnover meetings as required. 10+ years of commercial construction estimating experience. Extensive experience in commercial steel stud framing, drywall, acoustical ceilings, insulation, and related interior systems.

Diploma or Degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Building Technology, Engineering, or related field.

Quantity

Surveying designation or education considered a strong asset.

Experience with On‑Screen Takeoff (OST), WinBid, Bluebeam, Procore, and Microsoft Excel.

Gold Seal

Certification considered an asset. Competitive salary with strong long-term growth potential Comprehensive company-paid benefits (extended health, dental & vision) Frequent team events and office perks Opportunity to work on high-profile and complex construction projects #

📌 Chief Estimator Construction (Vancouver)
🏢 RWC Systems
📍 Vancouver