Estimator, Construction, Quantity Surveyor

The Opportunity

We are seeking a detail‑oriented and driven Estimator to join our growing team in Surrey, BC. This is an excellent opportunity for a construction professional who enjoys analyzing project requirements, developing accurate cost estimates, and contributing to the successful delivery of commercial and industrial projects. If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment, have a strong technical mindset, and are passionate about delivering accurate, high‑quality estimates, we'd love to hear from you.

• Review tender packages, drawings, specifications, and project scope to develop accurate cost estimates, budgets, and competitive bid submissions.
• Complete detailed quantity of take‑offs, material calculations, labour estimates, and pricing analysis to prepare comprehensive project quotations.
• Lead the full estimating and pre‑construction process, including soliciting pricing from subcontractors and suppliers, evaluating bids, confirming scope, and managing subcontract buyouts.
• Create and maintain files, track pricing revisions and document updates throughout the tender process until project handover.
• Communicate with general contractors, clients, consultants, and project stakeholders to respond to RFIs, clarify project scope, and manage pricing for change orders.
• Prepare estimate summaries, tender submissions, proposal documentation, and internal pricing reviews for management approval.
• Conduct site visits to verify existing conditions, assess project requirements, and validate estimating assumptions.
• Partner with the Project Management team during tender and project handover to ensure alignment on budgets, labour forecasts, access requirements, scheduling, and project scope.
• Coordinate revisions and maintain accurate documentation through the Tender, Issued for Tender (IFT), and Issued for Construction (IFC) stages to ensure contract‑ready deliverables.
• Apply value engineering, cost analysis, and market benchmarking techniques to optimize project pricing while cultivating strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and industry partners.

• Post‑secondary education in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architectural Technology, or a related discipline; a diploma or certificate is preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Highly organized with strong analytical, problem‑solving, and time‑management skills, complemented by a technical or engineering aptitude.
• Experience with computerized estimating and quantity takeoff software (e.g., On‑Screen Takeoff, Bluebeam, or similar) is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of building systems, construction methods, and materials is an asset.
• Previous experience in the construction industry, particularly in estimating, project coordination, or pre‑construction, is preferred.

$60,/annually