Estimator

Stillwater Design Build is a full-service residential construction company serving the Greater Victoria area. We specialize in building modern, West Coast inspired, energy efficient homes, and our team is growing. If you aspire to be an Estimator at Stillwater and share our core values: transparency, trust, exquisite client care, we'd love to hear from you!

Be a part of our team, where we pride ourselves on the quality of our work and the way we treat each other and our partners. You will build a career and long-lasting relationships based on respect, collaboration, and a solution-focused mindset. Stillwater is a place where you can unlock your potential and achieve your goals.

As an Estimator, you will drive the success of our pre-construction projects by identifying the full scope of work, developing accurate costing, and highlighting the unknowns to keep projects moving into production.

If you are a problem solver, organized, self-starter, and have an exceptional customer-focused work style, we encourage you to apply! Email your resume to [email protected].

Hourly Wage: $40-$45/hr (Permanent Full Time)

Work Shift: Mon.-Fri., 40 hour work week, office-based role

Roles and Responsibilities:

- Prepare accurate cost estimates and quantity takeoffs for residential construction and renovation projects
- Source and compare vendor and subcontractor quotes to support competitive, accurate bids
- Contribute to the creation and management of project scopes, timelines and budgets
- Support monthly budget reconciliations and prepare client reports
- Coordinate project schedules and communicate updates to clients throughout the project lifecycle




- Assist in preparing and executing contracts and tender packages
- Coordinate procurement of tools, equipment and materials as needed
- Participate in weekly team meetings to support project and company controls, communication and safety processes

Job Requirements:

- At least 4 years of experience in a Project Coordinator, Estimator, or similar role in residential construction
- Strong understanding of construction costing, takeoffs and the bid process
- Strong math abilities and comfort working with numbers day to day
- Experience with cost-plus contracts an asset
- Red Seal Carpentry ticket an asset
- Aptitude for spreadsheets and cost tracking tools
- Proficient in Google Workspace, familiar with project management or estimating software
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a rapid-paced environment
- Highly developed interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
- Self-starter who can work independently and collaboratively

Benefits:

- A Health Spending Account (HSA) is provided to cover eligible medical expenses, offering flexibility and control over your healthcare choices after a 3-month probationary period.
- 2 weeks of paid vacation
- 5 paid sick days
- Paid training opportunities

Job applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada to be considered for this position. We appreciate your interest in this position. While we review all applications carefully, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Pay: $40.00-$45.00 per hour

Benefits

- Company events
- Mileage reimbursement
- On-site parking
- Wellness program

Work Location: In person

📌 Construction Estimator (Saanichton)
🏢 Stillwater Custom Homes and Renovations
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