Job Description

About the Company:
Here at Axiom Builders, we pride ourselves on being a down-to-earth organization with serious commitment to building things right. As a leading general contractor of mixed-use, residential, commercial, and special projects, we have become one of British Columbia’s largest construction companies with notable ‘Canada’s 2021 Kincentric Best Employers’ award and current employees in the ’40 Under 40 in Canadian Construction’ list. With clear purpose and principles, we are an organization that is cultivating dedication and growth in our people, clients, and communities. Learn about what we do from our current and up-coming projects here. About the Role:
As part of a growth-oriented estimating department at Axiom Builders, the Senior Estimator will manage the cost estimates for our diverse pipeline of mixed-use residential and commercial or wood frame projects and effectively communicate details and data to our project teams, clients, owners and consultants. Reporting to the Director, the Senior Estimator will:

• Assemble all estimating input including labour, material, equipment and trade pricing with the support of a larger team;
• Prepare and analyze labour needs and breakdowns to assist with budgets and planning;
• Review designs to identify areas of improvement and opportunity for cost efficiencies;
• Complete project scope of work reviews to ensure completeness of estimates, and all technical specifications, subcontractor scopes, and general condition items have been quantified and costed;
• Build strong relationships and long-term partnership opportunities with our trades and suppliers;
• Conceptual estimating from preliminary drawings through final cost analysis;
• Track estimated versus actual costs over the life of the project;
• Contribute to design and preconstruction meetings with owners and consultants;
• Support our leadership in the training and development of emerging talent on the team.

What you Bring:
The ideal candidate for a Senior Estimator opportunity at Axiom is someone who has been an estimator, cost consultant, or quantity surveyor and you’re looking to leverage your experience with an established general contractor that takes a relationship-based approach to winning new projects. You are detail oriented, highly analytical, and numbers-driven. You are interested in developing your leadership skills, and you are interested in an opportunity to be a mentor and trainer. Your work environment and company values are important to you - and you are looking for an organization with a strong culture rooted in honesty, integrity, camaraderie and teamwork.

Skills and Requirements

• At least five (5) solid years of estimating expeirence working on mixed-use high-rise construction
• Knowledge of trade practices, market conditions, and building materials;
• Experience and comfortable working with a computerized measurement software system;
• Certificate, diploma, or degree in Building Technology, Construction Management, Construction Technology, or a related field;
• Strong leadership skills - with the ability to manage difficult conversations effectively and deal with challenging situations with ease;
• Ability to communicate confidently and effectively with all levels of employees and owners, architects, and subtrades

Your Rewards
Axiom Builders is not only committed to the growth of the business, but also to the success and development of our people. We recognize that people are the drivers behind Axiom’s success, and we provide our team with the tools and support they need to start, continue, and advance their long-term career with our organization.

At Axiom Builders, we offer a very competitive compensation structure that supplements your regular income with a robust benefits package:

• Medical and Dental Coverage: Our industry leading benefits package covers you and your dependents at no cost;
• RRSP Matching Program: We support your future goals by matching up to 5% of your salary;
• Professional Development and Education Support: We are keen on internal growth and development, which is why we are excited to fully support you in your pursuit of achieving further education;
• Leadership Development: Our proprietary Leadership Development program designed to support your continued growth, development and leadership capabilities.

How to Apply
We are always on the lookout for talented people who are passionate about what they do. If you want to love what you do, and believe that with the right tools and opportunities you can grow with us, simply add your resume through our Careers Portal or email: careers@axiombuilders.ca to join our incredible team. While we can only respond to shortlisted applicants, we will keep your information on file and consider you for future opportunities as they come available.

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