Construction Estimator

**Estimator** Stillwater Custom Homes and Renovations is a full-service residential construction company serving the Greater Victoria area. We specialize in building modern, design-forward, energy efficient homes, and our team is growing. If you aspire to be an Estimator at Stillwater and share our core values: transparency, trust, exquisite client care, we'd love to hear from you! Be a part of our team, where we pride ourselves on the quality of our work and the way we treat each other and our partners. You will build a career and long-lasting relationships based on respect, collaboration, and a solution-focused mindset. Stillwater is a place where you can unlock your potential and achieve your goals. As an Estimator, you will drive the success of our pre-construction projects by identifying the full scope of work, developing accurate costing, and highlighting the unknowns to keep projects moving into production. If you are a problem solver, organized, self-starter, and have an exceptional customer-focused work style, we encourage you to apply! Email your resume to careers@stillwatercustomhomes.ca. **Hourly Wage:** $40-$45/hr (Permanent Full Time) **Work Shift:** Mon.-Fri., 40 hour work week, office-based role **Roles and Responsibilities:** * Prepare accurate cost estimates and quantity takeoffs for residential construction and renovation projects * Source and compare vendor and subcontractor quotes to support competitive, accurate bids * Contribute to the creation and management of project scopes, timelines and budgets * Support monthly budget reconciliations and prepare client reports * Coordinate project schedules and communicate updates to clients throughout the project lifecycle * Assist in preparing and executing contracts and tender packages * Coordinate procurement of tools, equipment and materials as needed * Participate in weekly team meetings to support project and company controls, communication and safety processes **Job Requirements:** * At least 4 years of experience in a Project Coordinator, Estimator, or similar role in residential construction * Strong understanding of construction costing, takeoffs and the bid process * Strong math abilities and comfort working with numbers day to day * Experience with cost-plus contracts an asset * Red Seal Carpentry ticket an asset * Aptitude for spreadsheets and cost tracking tools * Proficient in Google Workspace, familiar with project management or estimating software * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail * Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment * Highly developed interpersonal, communication and organizational skills * Self-starter who can work independently and collaboratively **Benefits:** * A Health Spending Account (HSA) is provided to cover eligible medical expenses, offering flexibility and control over your healthcare choices after a 3-month probationary period