Junior Estimator - Vancouver, Canada - Townline Homes Inc

Townline Homes Inc

Verified Company

Vancouver, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

About TL Housing Solutions
TL Housing Solutions Ltd ("TL") is a developer/builder specializing in the non-market housing sector. We provide turn-key project management and design-build services on a fee for service basis. We access support and funding for non-profit organizations through all levels of Government and Crown funding agencies.

We work with existing housing providers and groups seeking to enter the sector, such as churches, legions or other service organizations.

Over the past twelve years, TL has delivered innovative housing solutions to a broad range of clients in the Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island.

Over 3,000 units are completed or in progress for affordable rental and ownership, seniors, and healthcare.

As an affiliate in the Townline Group of Companies we have capitalized on a forty-year history of solid performance and have achieved a prominent position in the non-market space.

Through these efforts we offer a significant way to give back to our community, delivering maximum value for our clients, our partners, and the people who rely on our homes.

Role Description

Reporting directly to the Senior Pre-Construction Manager, the Junior Estimator will work closely with in-house and external construction personnel in determining full-cost estimates, quantity take-offs and costs analyses on all TL projects in the pre-construction phase.

The Duties of the Junior Estimator may include but are not limited to:

Attend pre-tender site visits and meetings to verify existing conditions and fully understand the scope of the project
Assist with preparing detailed quantity takeoffs and cost estimates or general tender work
Assist with preparing material, labour, equipment, subcontractor estimations according to project specifications
Work with Estimator in developing budgets and cash flows
Review specifications and drawings to understand the scope of work and required content of estimate
Work closely with the Project Manager throughout the construction process
Review and award bid packages from subcontractors and suppliers
Compile tender results and prepare summaries
Review costs for maintenance and additional building needs
Review quotations for proposed change orders
Assist with identifying potential financial or construction risks
Monitor changes and update project scope and budgets accordingly
Maintain an accurate and current database of project progress, materials, order, cost codes and inventory
Routinely communicate changes and concerns to Senior Director and the Project Team
Interface with client representatives, architect representative, subcontractors, etc.
Ensure all company, client, and project policies, procedures, standards, etc., are adhered.

Skills and Requirements:

Working towards Postsecondary school degree or diploma in a construction related area of study preferred
Ability to read blueprints, schematics, field drawings and plans
Strong communication, integration, problemsolving and interpersonal skills
Resultsoriented with the ability to interpret and effectively manage multiple and competing priorities and time lines
Demonstrated success in project delivery and execution of project management methods
Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
Demonstrated ability to exercise necessary cost control measures
Students will enjoy working in a dynamic team environment and interacting with many stakeholders of the organization
Experience in construction is an asset
Possess a valid driver's license