Under the direction of the Project Development Manager (PDM), and reporting to the Project Development Manager, the Estimator/Controller will be responsible for the accurate, timely preparation of full-cost estimates for projects, including materials and labour, quantity take-offs and specifications. He or she will be tasked with maintaining a list of preferred suppliers, contractors, and subcontractors; estimating, and preparing accurate scopes of work and detailed specifications.Accountability, adaptability, flexibility, and proactive problem-solving skills are critical to the position’s success.Accountability is a way of working, a way to create real power by taking responsibility when right and when wrong. Accountability means we operate from our intentions, our promises, and our commitments rather than from our circumstances.
Lagois values people’s strengths and considers employee accountability as a major factor on achieiving common goals, job satisfaction and overall success of the company.
Knowledge/Assets: The following are considered mandatory
- Experience in residential construction estimating
- Able to read and understand construction plans (working drawings)
- Knowledge/Assets: The following are considered assets, but are not mandatory for this position
- Knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit will be considered an asset
- Architectural Technologist or Technician
Essential Responsibilities and Expectations:
- Prepare full cost estimates on conceptual design and project development phases of client projects.
- Prepare accurate materials, labour and equipment cost estimations necessary to successfully carry out construction projects according to proposals, plans, estimates and specifications.
- Prepare and maintain database of suppliers, trade partners and consultants
- Prepare (write) detailed and accurate scopes of work for all trade partner involved in Lagois projects
- Advise on proposal procedures and follow;
- Study and analyze all proposals (quotes) received and confirm accuracy of trade partner estimates to Lagois specifications and scopes of work
- Evaluate and recommend allowances for indirect costs, unknowns, escalation and contingency and present to the Project Development Manager (PDM)
- Present estimates and conduct regular review meetings with Project Development Manager (PDM)
- Review proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate
- Prepare estimates by calculating complete takeoff scope of work
- Maintain files of working documents as back-up for estimate figures, including current (accurate) information on prices from suppliers
- Maintain accurate and up to date cost database for internal use
- Recommend/reject proposals and negotiate contracts
- Maintain job documentation system that is centralized, date sensitive and organized.
- Coordinate and attend job showings (trade days) – includes reviewing plans, specs, job cost budgets, special project considerations with Project Development Manager, Production manager and designer(s)
- Write tender packages for trades (and supplies if applicable)
- Fill in estimate spreadsheet as appropriate, ready for PDM to review
- Maintain meeting minutes
- Create and store digital information database as required for each project
- Assist with project scheduling, notifying trade contractors and scheduling material deliveries
- Ensure all special items are ordered correctly and with sufficient lead time to meet production schedule
- Maintain current all estimate spreadsheet cost databases, estimating and scope of work templates.
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