Custom Residential Construction Estimator

About the Job

We are seeking a skilled Construction Estimator to support the planning and budgeting of residential construction projects.

Responsibilities

- Estimate, procure, and audit full cost budgets for custom homes.

- Produce accurate cost estimates for projects at various stages of development.

- Prepare quantity and material takeoffs.

- Estimate labor and equipment costs based on proposals, plans, estimates, and specifications.

- Review final change orders and interior selection packages for accuracy and completeness.

- Review requests for customized price quotes based on adjustments to standard plans, specifications, and options.

- Create, track, follow up, and ensure fluid processing of change orders.

- Coordinate change orders among multiple internal and external stakeholders.

- Create and adjust model assemblies in estimating software as required.

- Value engineer existing products.

- Identify and mitigate risks in project scopes, building specifications, vendor management, and market concerns.

- Obtain and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotes.





- Track historical cost data and update pricing models.

- Prepare and report on performance metrics, including cost analysis.

- Assist in bid preparation, proposal development, and contract negotiations.

- Stay updated on industry trends and market rates for labor and materials.

- Perform other related estimating duties as assigned.

Requirements

- Completed post-secondary degree or diploma in Building, Construction Management, Architectural Technologies, or related academic field of study comparable to Canadian academic standards preferred.

- Five (5) or more years of estimating experience for residential construction in Alberta.

- On-site construction experience is an asset.

- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) is required.

- Working knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics is an asset.

- Ability to read and interpret building specifications and blueprints is required.

- Solid organization, analytical, and problem-solving skills with an emphasis on attention to detail.

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📌 Residential Estimator (Edmonton)
🏢 Synectics Workforce Group
📍 Edmonton