Senior Estimator - Vancouver Island - Multifamily - #189372

Senior Estimator – Vancouver Island, BC

Full Time | Residential Construction | Mid-Level

We’re hiring a Senior Estimator to play a key role in shaping high-quality residential communities across Western Canada. If you're experienced in wood frame construction and enjoy cost planning and collaboration, this opportunity offers long-term growth, impact, and great perks.

What You’ll Get

• 100% employer-paid extended health, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
• Base salary of between $130,000 - $140,000
• Generous bonus structure
• Annual health and wellness benefit to support your well-being
• Registered Pension Plan (RPP) eligibility after one year
• Access to an Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• An inclusive workplace that values equity and respect
• Recognition for your contributions and the chance to grow within a collaborative, fast-paced environment
  
  

Why This Role Might Be Right For You

• You want to be part of large-scale residential projects from the ground up
• You enjoy translating blueprints and plans into accurate, real-world budgets
• You’re great with data, numbers, systems, and people
• You’re ready to make a direct impact on multi-family, townhouse, and single-family builds across Western Canada
• You want to work with a team that values efficiency, collaboration, and quality
  
  

What You'll Do

• Review design blueprints and construction docs to understand project requirements
• Prepare detailed material and labour take-offs
• Build comprehensive cost estimates including labour, materials, timelines, and contingencies
• Present estimates for internal approval and executive decision-making
• Collaborate cross-functionally with design, development, construction, and civil teams
• Maintain and update estimating systems, records, and databases
• Track plan changes and revise budgets accordingly
• Participate in bids, proposals, and internal material planning
• Stay informed on industry trends, pricing, and new materials
• Mentor junior estimators and budget analysts
• Prepare and validate monthly executive budget reports
• Manage deadlines for deliverables
  
  

What You Bring

• Diploma in Construction Management, Estimating, Accounting, or related
• 5+ years in a Senior Estimator role
• Deep knowledge of wood frame residential construction
• Strong experience with take-offs, estimating software, and Excel
• Understanding of construction methodology, project scheduling, and cost control
• On-site experience is a major asset
• Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail
• Comfortable communicating with vendors, contractors, and cross-functional teams
• Familiarity with legal aspects of construction contracts
• Capable of managing multiple estimates and deadlines simultaneously
• Willingness to travel to project sites across Western Canada if needed
  
  

Location:

Based on Vancouver Island, BC with travel to sites across Western Canada

Interested?

If you're a detail-driven professional ready to bring your estimating expertise to a team that delivers results, we'd love to hear from you.

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