Construction Estimator

Company Description Good Way Homes specializes in modern, customizable, high-quality prefab family homes designed for efficiency and comfort. The company focuses on delivering well-crafted residences starting at $450,000, offering a compelling balance of value and design. Homes are manufactured and assembled with attention to detail, helping clients move into their new space within approximately six months. Good Way Homes emphasizes streamlined processes, clear communication, and reliable timelines, creating a professional environment for construction and estimating professionals.

Role Description This is a full-time, remote Construction Estimator role for a company in Revelstoke, BC. The Construction Estimator is responsible for preparing detailed cost estimates for prefab residential projects, including analyzing drawings, specifications, and scope documents. Day-to-day tasks include performing quantity take-offs, developing project budgets, and managing cost data to support accurate pricing and proposals. The role involves collaborating with project managers, designers, and suppliers to obtain quotations, validate assumptions, and refine estimates throughout the project lifecycle. The Construction Estimator also contributes to value engineering, risk assessment, and cost tracking to ensure projects meet financial targets and align with company standards.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Construction Estimating skills, including the ability to interpret architectural and structural drawings.
• Candidates should possess proficiency in Quantity Take-offs and accurate measurement of materials and labor requirements.
• Candidates should possess solid Cost Management and Budgeting skills to develop and maintain realistic project budgets.
• Candidates should possess effective Communication skills for collaborating with internal teams, clients, and suppliers.
• Experience with construction estimating software and Excel or similar tools is beneficial.
• Knowledge of residential or prefab construction methods and local building codes is an asset.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and time-management abilities, with attention to detail.
• Post-secondary education in construction management, engineering, quantity surveying, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.