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About the Role
As part of a growth-oriented estimating department at Axiom Builders, the Senior Estimator will manage the cost estimates for a diverse pipeline of mixed-use residential and commercial projects, providing best-in-class preconstruction services.
Responsibilities
- Assemble estimating input including labour, material, equipment and trade pricing with team support.
- Build strong relationships and long-term partnership opportunities with trades and suppliers.
- Collaborate with peers in estimating, virtual construction, and project management to form a value-add preconstruction team.
- Prepare and analyze labour needs and breakdowns to assist with budgets and planning.
- Review designs to identify areas of improvement and cost efficiencies.
- Complete project scope of work reviews to ensure estimate completeness and accurate quantification and costing of technical specifications, subcontractor scopes, and general condition items.
- Perform conceptual estimating from preliminary drawings through final cost analysis.
- Track estimated versus actual costs over the project lifecycle.
- Contribute to design and preconstruction meetings with owners and consultants.
- Support leadership in training and developing emerging talent on the team.
Requirements
- At least six to eight (6-8) years of experience working on complex projects from beginning to end.
- Knowledge of trade practices, market conditions, and building materials within the GTA.
- Experience and comfort working with on-screen takeoff tools and Excel.
- High level of attention to detail to drive accuracy and consistency.
- Strong leadership skills, with the ability to manage difficult conversations effectively and deal with challenging situations.
- Ability to communicate confidently and effectively with all levels of employees, owners, architects, and subtrades.
Skills
- On-screen takeoff tools
- Excel
- Leadership
- Communication
Location
- Remote (Toronto)
- Vancouver (possible relocation up to 12 months)
Work Type
- Remote
- Hybrid (regular trips to Vancouver)
Experience Level
- Senior
Education Level
- Certificate, diploma, or degree in Building Technology, Construction Management, Construction Technology, or a related field.
Salary/Compensations
- $120,000 to $150,000
- Competitive bonus program
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Tools to build a long-term career
- Competitive bonus program
About the Company
- A trusted construction partner for leading developers with over 12 million square feet under construction in Metro Vancouver, Victoria, Calgary, Toronto, Seattle, and Nashville.
- Focuses on delivering an exceptional product and customer experience.
- Team of construction professionals takes pride in building value with the highest quality standards and a safety-first culture.
- Values: Accountability, Autonomy, Humility, Respect, and Excellence.
- People bring values to life through ownership, pride, respect, openness to new ideas, and trust in decision-making.