Buttcon is a 100% Canadian, employee-owned General Contractor known for delivering high-quality work, innovative solutions, and fast-tracked projects that exceed expectations. We specialize in institutional, commercial, industrial, and multi-unit residential construction, leveraging modern technologies and progressive practices to deliver exceptional results—safely and efficiently.
We believe in the power of teamwork, taking action, building for the long term, and sharing in our collective success. We care deeply about the work we do, the people we work with, and the positive impact our projects have on communities. Guided by our core values of Safety, Accountability, and being People-Focused, we are committed to creating an environment where employees feel supported, empowered, and encouraged to grow.
Our success is driven by the knowledge, dedication, and passion of our people—and we invest in their development every step of the way.
About the Role
Reporting to the Director of Pre-Construction & Estimating, the Senior Estimator plays a crucial role in calculating major construction cost estimates, and planning, developing, negotiating, and performing contract execution for a project. This role is based in Vancouver, BC. The Senior Estimator is responsible to lead the estimating process and tender closings.
Responsibility- Review plans and specifications to fully understand design and document discrepancies.
- Read & understand project contract fundamentals and requirements.
- The ability to complete Class D, C, B and A budgets in divisional or elemental format. Be able to present and interact with clients and consultants without support.
- Organize plans and specifications for subtrade distribution & posting on building connected.
- Prepare front end specification in conjunction with project manager (CM).
- Confirm / organize if there is a site visit and arrange attendance (LS/CM).
- Complete pre-bid form and set up summary sheet (LS).
- Establish trade budgets from elemental budgets & prepare post bid closing summary (CM).
- Fill out bonding and insurance requests and submission (LS).
- Prepare budgets depending on the level of design provided (Class D-A).
- Solicit bidders, prepare a sub-trade request list for distribution. Complete follow‑up calls & conversations as required to ensure positive closing results.
- Identify cost savings during budgeting & tendering as required (LS/CM).
- Deal with tender RFI’s internally and from sub trades and log, submit to consultant for clarification.
- Take off general subtrade scopes. Prepare detailed costing of BWL self‑perform scopes (CM).
- Participate in project team meetings & workshops (CM).
- Establish/maintain strong trade relationships which can support in budgeting / tender results.
- Work collaboratively with BWL team, clients & consultants to fulfill preconstruction commitments.
- Ability to review and consider costs in relation to project schedule (seasonality etc).
- Preparation of the closing sheet & required breakdowns / separate pricing (LS).
- Ability to identify risk, or opportunity avenues.
- Prepare / complete bid leveling for each scope of work to ensure all work is accounted for prior to bid recommendation to client. Clarify any client‑related questions as required (CM).
- Lead subtrade review meetings & scope clarification with PM/Superintendent involvement (CM).
- Ensure RFP fee strategy is adopted and maintained (CM).
- Complete post project review & cost analysis.
- Thorough knowledge of all aspects of construction (technology, equipment, methods), industry practices, estimating/ budgeting, scheduling, and safety requirements.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proven ability to diagnose, analyze and develop solutions to complex issues
- Analytical and strong…
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