About Cantiro:
With over 25 years of real estate experience, we have developed visionary communities, built innovative homes, designed luxury condos, created the best townhomes and inspired some of the most interesting commercial properties. In each one of our four divisions—Cantiro Homes, Cantiro Communities, Cantiro Commercial and Cantiro Residential Rentals—our customers’ lives are at the centre of every decision we make.
From our homes and communities, to the commercial and rental spaces we develop, every element has been thoughtfully planned to deliver world-class real estate solutions. Because at Cantiro, we create the environments for amazing lives to happen!
Cantiro is recruiting for a new member of our Estimating team.
Job Summary:
The Estimator will be responsible for the preparation of estimations for individual construction projects. You'll join a skilled team of experienced Estimators who report into the Production Manager.
Role & Responsibilities:
- Prepare material take offs, labour and equipment cost estimations necessary to successfully carry out a construction project according to proposals, plans, estimates and specifications
- Cost estimating – conceptual, preliminary and detailed –
- Prepare and/or coordinate the preparation of all tender documents on multi-family developments.
- Prepare, review and analyze tender submissions received for accuracy; revise proposals; compare pricing across all submissions to determine the most accurate and cost effective submission.
- Review requests for customized price quotes based on adjustments to standard plans, specifications, and options and complete retail pricing for final acceptance.
- Protect organization's value by keeping information confidential.
- Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.
- Accomplish estimating and organization mission by completing related results as needed.
Qualifications and Education Requirements
- Post-secondary degree or diploma in Building, Construction Management, Architectural Technologies, Quantity Surveying or equivalent from a recognized technical institute.
- Excellent working knowledge of the Alberta Building Codes.
- Our office is located on 124 Street and 102 Avenue; there are numerous public parking options within close proximity to our office. Cantiro will assist the successful candidate with a list of available lots in the area.
Preferred Skills:
- Ability to interpret and provide comments on architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical blueprints and specifications and costing points of view.
- Expert working knowledge of Excel and MS Project, working knowledge of Homefront is considered an asset.
- Effective verbal, written and listening communication skills.
- Proven planning, communication, organizing, analytical decision making and negotiating skills.
- New home building experience considered an asset.
This is an excellent opportunity for an Estimator looking to work on diverse projects in a dynamic environment. Join our team and be part of a company that values professionalism and teamwork.
We thank all candidates for their interest in Cantiro, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Application question(s):
- Do you have a working knowledge of the Alberta Building Code?
- Are you legally authorized to work in Canada?
Experience:
- Residential Estimating: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person
