Estimator (Calgary)

• Location: Richmond, British Columbia
• Type: Direct Hire
• Job #14713
• Salary: CA$90,000 Per Hour

MatchBox Consulting Group is seeking an Intermediate Estimator on behalf of our client for their Calgary office. The Estimator will work on a variety of commercial and light industrial ICI projects, with a particular focus on distribution centres, large industrial projects, and mixed-use commercial developments. This role is suited to an estimator with at least three years of construction estimating experience who can take ownership of material takeoffs, subcontractor pricing, cost analysis, and preliminary scheduling.

• Location: Calgary, AB
• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Responsibilities

• Review and develop discipline and multi-discipline material takeoffs (MTOs).
• Develop construction rates and subcontractor cost estimates and proposals.
• Analyze productivity and compare project scopes, quantities, and cost data.
• Review designs and specifications for cost-effectiveness and recommend alternatives where applicable.
• Identify scopes of work for projects.
• Contact subcontractors and suppliers to obtain estimates and pricing.
• Provide subcontractors and suppliers with the drawings and information required for pricing.
• Respond to construction-related questions from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Prepare preliminary construction schedules.
• Contribute to cost management and budgeting for commercial and light industrial projects.

Qualifications

Must-Haves

• Minimum 3 years of construction and cost estimating experience.
• ICI construction estimating experience, particularly with distribution centres, large industrial projects, and mixed-use commercial projects.
• Understanding of building construction from concept through completion.
• Understanding of a construction worksite.
• Strong organizational, written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to document and organize complex information efficiently and accurately.
• Ability to clearly communicate estimating concepts to others within an organization.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Timberline, MS Project, and Insite.

Nice-to-Haves

• Formal education in construction, such as a Diploma or Certificate.
• Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or Accounting education and/or relevant experience.
• Project management experience in ICI or tenant improvement (TI) projects.
• Experience with tilt-up construction or large-scale light industrial projects.
• Accounting background.

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About MatchBox

Headquartered in downtown Vancouver and serving clients nationally, MatchBox is one of the leading recruitment and solutions firms that specializes in the fields of IT & Technology, Engineering & Technical, Real Estate & Construction, and Accounting & Finance. We offer unrivaled expertise with our team’s extensive experience in the recruitment and professional services industry. We are dedicated to building great connections and creating strong opportunities within the workforce and the labor market.

Equal Opportunities

MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination. Our recruitment teams receive ongoing training on using objective criteria for evaluating candidates and other related topics to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Work Permits

Please note that we require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application. This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.

Further Consideration

We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.

Find out more at www.matchboxhr.com