Estimator - Jobs in Connaught

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LocationBrookfield Place - 4906 Richard Road SWBusinessAs part of Brookfield Asset Management - one of the largest alternative asset managers in the world - we harness our resources to bring a fresh approach, unparalleled creativity, relentless innovation, and sound ESG practices to the planning, development, and management of buildings everywhere. From offices, retail spaces, and logistics facilities to multifamily residences, hospitality establishments, and mixed-use structures - we are reimagining real estate from the ground up.We see tomorrow, today. At Brookfield Properties, we #39;re a fully integrated developer so we know what it takes to go from concept to concrete, from blueprint to building. From vision, experience, resources, and ethics, every day we take these ingredients to partner with our communities, collaborating with the places where we work, customizing developments to meet the neighborhoods #39; specific needs, and identifying the highest and best use for each property to create unique and lasting places that bring people together. Learn more (https://www.brookfieldproperties.com/en/our-businesses/development.html) .If you #39;re ready to be a part of our team, we encourage you to applyJob DescriptionYour TeamThe Estimator liaises between estimating team members, trade partners, suppliers, Design, Accounting, Marketing and Sales team members to ensure the accuracy of information for production. This position issues purchase orders to the trades, prices custom items for Sales team members and interior designers, and processes change orders.Your Key DeliverablesProduction:- Assist with 3-month budget re-reviews for cost control and cost to complete, including variance report and job cost summary.- Collaborate with construction to provide issues/resolutions summary.- Calculate and maintain material take-offs (lumber, finishing materials, steel, concrete, etc.) from working drawings and check take-offs made by suppliers.- Prepare project estimates, conduct cost analysis and complete budget reviews for cost control, cost to complete, and project cost summaries.- Prepare and maintain all project construction specifications for approval by the Estimating Manager, Construction Manager, Marketing Manager, Area Sales Manager, Production Design Manager, Senior Leadership and Executive.- Stay current with changes in the industry.- Assist with review of job budgets and purchase orders.- Review new products and vendors to identify opportunities for improved quality and cost effectiveness for cost analysis and consideration on future projects of specifications.- Support production of Single Family units and remaining Multi Family projects, currently under construction.Managing Internal Customers:- Maintain accurate up to date job files consisting of budgets, purchase orders, change orders and customer requests.- Ensure extra sheets and pricing requests are processed with priority and in a timely manner.- Ensure all extras and change orders are communicated to the fieldamp; office team members, and trades.- Resolve site problems arising from products in terms of quantity, delivery or specifications.Costingamp; Purchasing:- Maintain current, competitive cost and product information under changing market conditions.- Prepare preliminary cost comparisons for specification changes to guide management decisions.- Maintain accurate and comprehensive price books for standard options. Update price books quarterly for approval by the Production Manager. Prepare margin cost analysis for approval by Senior Leadership and Executive.- Assist in the tendering of new phases and new plans. Prepare tender documents for approval by the Estimating Manager for trade contractors to be invited for bids.- Assist bids with respect to prices.- Assist with review and approval of the Estimating Manager and Construction Manager, award contracts to successful bidders.- Confirm matching invoices for payment of all purchased items and contractual agreements, in accordance with approved corporate policies.- Problem solve mismatched invoices.Managing External Relationships:- Develop and maintain relationships with specific vendors assigned to each project and review new projects and vendors to identify opportunities for improved quality and cost effectiveness.- Promote a professional business relationship with trades and suppliers.- Maintain and foster open and knowledgeable communication with vendors.Internal Reporting:- Assist in preparing quarterly anchor budget reviews, standard option pricing and cost analysis for all plans, including forecast figures of cost fluctuations for approval by the Estimating Manager, Senior Leadership, and Executive.Must Haves- 1 - 3 years of residential construction experience, with strong construction process knowledge.- A Diploma in Building Technology or a University degree in Engineering or Construction Management is preferred.- Blueprint Reading, Estimating, Construction Fundamentals and Communication and Negotiation Technology diploma would be an asset.- Proficiency in Accounting and Estimating Software.- A sound understanding and technical foundation of various building types, traditional subcontractor work scopes, construction systems and methods, construction specifications, building codes and requirements, construction tendering practices, and contract types.- Ability to work well under pressure.- Strong computer skills with prior experience in Microsoft Office.- Strong knowledge in project cost controls and maintaining set budgets.- Strong analytical, verbal and written communications skills.Your OpportunityWe are proud to offer our employees what they value most:- Competitive compensation- Excellent extended medical, dental and vision benefits beginning day 1- RRSP program, contributions begins day 1- Career development programs- Paid Volunteer Hours- Paid parental leave- Family planning assistance including IVF, surrogacy and adoptions options- Wellness and mental health resources- Pet insurance offering- A culture based on our values of Passion, Integrity and Community#LI-BT1We are proud to create a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are grateful for your interest in this position, however, only candidates selected for pre-screening will be contacted.At Brookfield Properties, our success starts with our people. People like you. We develop, operate, and manage more than 800 properties and 350 million square feet of real estate across the globe. It #39;s a feat that wouldn #39;t be possible without our team, a diverse group of creative visionaries and innovative experts who are relentless in pursuit of one goal: to ensure our buildings don #39;t simply meet the needs of our tenants, residents, and communities - but exceed them, every day.