Estimator, Construction, Civil Engineering

Position Summary

The Estimator supports the full preconstruction and estimating process, working under the guidance of a Senior Estimator or Director of Preconstruction. You will prepare accurate budgets, estimates, and tender packages, ensuring all project considerations are thoroughly evaluated. You will collaborate closely with internal teams, maintain strong relationships with clients and trade partners, and mentor junior estimating staff. With a strong understanding of market conditions and construction methodologies, you will deliver complete, well-analyzed preconstruction packages that set up the Operations team for successful project delivery.

• Managing the estimating process of a project including initial budgets, value engineering, budget updates, and tender.
• Reviewing take-offs, elemental budgets, and other work items prepared by junior estimators.
• Liaising with in‑house teams to understand all project considerations; schedule, constructability, site logistics, sustainability requirements, etc.
• Looking beyond the plans at any given stage to see the complete project scope.
• Understanding the impacts of various bid methods and types of head contracts.
• Reading and understanding impacts of SGC's and division 1 specifications.
• Recognizing, assessing, and resolving areas of risk within a project – using exclusions, clarifications, and price adjustments.
• Handing over a complete estimate and preconstruction package to the Operations Team.
• Preparing and participating in presentations to clients, including final negotiations.
• Mentoring and developing junior team members to maximize productivity, innovation, and teamwork.
• Maintaining contact with Project Managers during construction of successful bids to gain real‑time feedback on bid issues.
• Maintaining client relationships including discussing new work with existing clients.
• Participating in developing new processes and workflow ideas to make the Estimating department more efficient.
• Performing additional assignments and research to help further the knowledge base of yourself, the Estimating department, and the company.

• Ability to work in a dynamic and fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Ability to build solid long‑lasting relationships.
• Ability to anticipate problems and solve them proactively.
• High attention to detail.
• High degree of professionalism and maturity.
• Strong time management skills, particularly the ability to prioritize a multitude of tasks.
• Excellent negotiation skills.

• Proven 5+ years’ experience as a construction estimator for a general contractor.
• BCIT ABT (Architectural and Building Technology) two‑year Diploma, or similar education an asset.
• Experience with tower construction is an asset.

• Competitive salary, plus potential bonus.
• Matching RRSP.
• Extended benefits:
  Employee Assistance Program, life insurance, AD&D, LTD, CI.
• Paid vacation.
• Professional development support.
• Head Office centrally located in Burnaby and transit‑accessible.
• Lunch catered to the office twice a week.

We have a lot to be proud of at Ventana Construction. As a full‑service construction partner, our goal is to deliver the best building and the best service possible for our clients. Our tag line, “Relationships to build on,” is a philosophy that we truly believe in, and we encourage our team to practice every day. Building and maintaining strong relationships is vital to our success.

Recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers, we are dedicated to upholding our company values as we continue to be a leader in this industry.

By bringing together smart, dedicated and supportive colleagues from diverse backgrounds, we deliver top‑notch client service in a collaborative work environment. The high‑performing, values‑driven atmosphere provides the opportunity for you to make a real impact and build a rewarding career ng a part of Ventana means working on a variety of interesting projects including breweries and recreation complexes, working with a supportive team, and being proud to say, “we built that.”