Job Start Estimator at Jayman Built

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Aug, 26

Salary

68000.0

Posted On

07 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Material Take-offs, Budget Management, Cost Estimation, Residential Construction, MS Office Suite, FAST Software, ERP Systems, Negotiation, Customer Service, Interpersonal Skills, File Preparation, Pricing Strategy

Industry

Construction

Description

Builder of the year 28 times. Picture a career with us. We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Job Start Estimator to join our Edmonton office. As a full-time Job Start Estimator, you work with a staff of estimators and Architectural Technologists assisting to ensure budgets accurately reflect material and labour costs to build each of our models. Supporting the Senior Estimator and Production Manager with preparation of accurate and timely proformas on each home sold and built verifying costs and margin expectations. You pride yourself on expediting the process in your estimating role to minimize time in the office and have the homes in the field and under construction. Welcome to your steppingstone into a future career within Professional Single-Family Estimating. WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE TABLE: * Post secondary certificate or diploma from SAIT/NAIT in Architectural/Estimating Technology or Engineering Technology. * Residential construction experience in estimating, pricing options, file preparation for processing to the field is an asset. * Familiar with process involved with managing budgets, options, pricing strategy is an asset. * Ability to analyze and understand the implications of changes to home plans is an asset. * Ability to understand and analyze costing implications of material or product changes to home plans. * Ability to meet deadlines while providing high-quality work. * Strong computer skills, including competence with MS Office Suite, FAST, ERP experience an asset. * Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills. * Good negotiation skills. * Technology proficiency, including MS Office products, is an asset A DAY IN THE LIFE OF AN ESTIMATOR: * Highly competent in quality take-offs, following an accurate budget and noting any errors, omissions, or details not consistent with the model. * Assist in providing accurate, detailed, and timely pricing for all price requests from Sales issuing change agreements. * Assist in the review of all Purchase Agreements for accuracy and completeness. * Review and process variance purchase orders to trades and suppliers as necessary. * Support the Construction team throughout all stages of construction by assisting with questions and concerns quickly to solve the challenge. * Be cognizant and aware of trade partner pricing and scope of work in preparing pricing and change agreements. * Understand the process and be able to assist in pricing of all models and options. * As an Estimator, be fully aware of schedules for models and options related to field schedule and use appropriate schedule. AS A 2025 BEST MANAGED COMPANY, WE WILL PROVIDE YOU WITH: * Salary range: $54,400.00-$68,000.00 * Bonus potential of 5% of salary paid out annually * Flexible health and dental coverage * Employee matching group RRSP program * Opportunity to participate in annual customized education and training programs * Opportunity for growth and career advancement * Employee discounts * Wellness Allowance * On-site parking * Social Club events For the last 45 years, Jayman BUILT has been proud to be one of Alberta’s top home builders. Join the award-winning team and contribute to our exceptional track record. Please send your resume and cover letter to apply at https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=f365331c-8337-4cd0-889d-3a12856b99a3&ccId=9200728479188_2&type=JS⟨=en_CA [https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=f365331c-8337-4cd0-889d-3a12856b99a3&ccId=9200728479188_2&type=JS⟨=en_CA] We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone or agency inquiries please.

Responsibilities

The Job Start Estimator ensures budgets accurately reflect material and labor costs for home models and prepares timely proformas. They are responsible for quality take-offs, processing variance purchase orders, and supporting the construction team with pricing requests.