Senior Construction Estimator

We’re Looking for a Senior Construction Estimator

As our Estimator, you will be a key contributor to our Construction team, owning the estimating lifecycle from start to finish. You'll lead costing and proposal efforts for diverse projects across the multi-family, commercial, and institutional sectors, collaborating closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure accurate, timely, and competitive submissions.

Your insights, experience, and attention to detail will directly support the success of our projects and the long-term growth of the company.

Start date: ASAP

Benefits: Health benefits (Dental plan, Health care plan, Vision care benefits)
Salary: $100K-115K (negotiable based on experience)

Hours per week: 40
Location: Location: 5643 Taghum Frontage Rd., Nelson, BC V1L 6Y2 (on-site)

What You’ll Be Doing

• Take full ownership of the Pre-Construction Phase including bid-build, design-build, and construction management for designated projects
• Review RFPs, drawings, and specifications to develop detailed cost estimates
• Perform accurate quantity takeoffs using DESTINI Estimator (or similar software) for all scopes of work, including those performed by subcontractors, and accurately compile takeoffs for self-performed tasks. A solid grasp of carpentry labor and typical equipment productivity will be highly advantageous
• Analyze drawings, specifications, and project documents to prepare accurate cost estimates
• You will be responsible for soliciting and rigorously reviewing subcontractor and supplier quotations for completeness, while actively cultivating and maintaining strong, long-term relationships with both current and prospective partners.
• Identify project discrepancies and value engineering opportunities
• Prepare preliminary schedules and support project planning efforts
• Attend project and site meetings when needed
• Assist with change order pricing and project handovers to the operations team
• Proactively develop and refine pre-construction workflows and estimate tools, taking the lead in creating and enhancing internal worksheets and templates to streamline processes.
• Contribute your analytical expertise to evaluate existing strategies and implement innovative approaches that ensure our bids are consistently competitive and delivered on schedule
• Actively build and nurture strong, collaborative relationships with our valued network of clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
• Contribute to our long-term success by maintaining historical cost data and improve internal estimating tools and workflows

What You Bring to the Role

• Minimum 5 years of estimating experience specifically in residential and commercial construction
• Post-secondary education in Construction Estimating, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or a related field — or equivalent experience
• Hands-on knowledge of construction methods, trades, and procurement practices
• Detail-oriented, analytical, and confident in pricing projects up to and beyond $50M
• Strong communicator with the ability to build rapport with subcontractors, suppliers, and consultants
• Proficient with estimating and construction software including DESTINI Estimator, Bluebeam, Excel, Smartsheet (Spectrum software knowledge is an asset)
• Thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment with evolving priorities
• Want to be part of a values-driven company that prioritizes quality, people, and impact

How to Apply:

Please send your resume and cover letter to hr@northmountainconstruction.ca