ESTIMATOR PRE-CONSTRUCTION
WHO WE ARE
Located in downtown Toronto Podium Developments is growing and is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Estimator to join our Pre-Construction team.
Founded twenty years ago and a registered Tarion builder since 2006 Podium Developments has a successful track record in rezoning developing and constructing sensitive urban infill locations often near major institutions. With over 1 billion of real estate completed or under construction in the GTA and Kingston area Podium Developments has demonstrated tremendous expertise in bringing new developments to fruition. We have earned an enviable reputation of delivering quality projects on time and on budget.
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR
Your role as an Estimator will be to support our Pre-Construction team in preparing and maintaining project estimates that guide successful project delivery. You will play a key role in developing accurate conceptual and detailed cost estimates throughout the project lifecycle supporting the project teams in data-driven decision-making. This is a hands-on systems-oriented role that will provide deep exposure to the front end of real estate development and construction.
RESPONSIBILITIES
To support the Pre-Construction team in the preparation and management of:
Conceptual and detailed cost estimates (Class D C B) using ProEst
Quantity take-offs across all project disciplines
Updates to estimates throughout design and construction phases
Entry of estimates into Procore for budgeting
Cost Projection Reports
Cash Flow Forecasts and reporting
Bid levelling and procurement analysis
Coordination with project teams to ensure estimates are aligned with scope and schedule
To support the corporate estimating function:
Maintenance of estimate templates standard reports and unit rate databases in ProEst
Harvesting of unit rates from bids and project data
Assisting with continual improvement of estimating processes and systems
KEY QUALIFICATIONS
Degree or Diploma in Engineering Construction Management Quantity Surveying or a related field
Experience preparing construction estimates for residential or mixed-use developments
Familiarity with estimating and project management software (ProEst and Procore preferred)
Detail-oriented with strong analytical and numerical skills
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across teams
Understanding of construction methods materials and costs
Experience with bid levelling and procurement support is an asset
WHAT WE OFFER
Competitive salary
Group Health Benefits
Group Retirement Savings Plan
Long-term career opportunities
People-focused culture and work environment
For consideration please submit a resume and cover letter to: