Job Description

About Us

North Mountain Construction (NMC) is a respected and rapidly growing General Contractor based in the vibrant mountain town of Nelson, British Columbia. For over 17 years, we've delivered high-quality, full-service General Contracting, Construction Management, and Design-Build solutions across residential, commercial, and institutional sectors.

We're known for our diverse portfolio of projects, encompassing commercial, multi-family, and institutional developments, including large-scale ski lodge facilities and essential affordable housing. Beyond the structures we build, we're dedicated to strengthening communities and cultivating lasting relationships.

At North Mountain Construction, our core values of integrity, teamwork, and community impact are as fundamental to our success as our commitment to exceptional craftsmanship. We cultivate a dynamic culture that champions work-life balance, continuous professional development, and meaningful collaboration.

Whether you're based in our Nelson or Fernie offices, or contributing remotely from anywhere across British Columbia or Alberta, you'll be an integral part of a passionate and highly skilled team. Together, we're shaping the future of construction throughout the East and West Kootenays and beyond.

Why Join North Mountain Construction?

Competitive salary Extended health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits Flexible work arrangements (Remote or Hybrid) Bonus program Paid time off including holiday office closure Opportunity to lead meaningful, purpose-driven projects Supportive and inclusive team environment Company events, team-building, and strong community connections

We're Looking for a Senior Estimator

As our Senior Estimator, you will be a key contributor to our Pre-Construction team, owning the estimating lifecycle from start to finish. You'll lead costing and proposal efforts for diverse projects across the multi-family, commercial, and institutional sectors, collaborating closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure accurate, timely, and competitive submissions.

Your insights, experience, and attention to detail will directly support the success of our projects and the long-term growth of the company.

What You'll Be Doing

Take full ownership of the Pre-Construction Phase including bid-build, design-build, and construction management for designated projects Review RFPs, drawings, and specifications to develop detailed cost estimates Perform accurate quantity takeoffs using DESTINI Estimator (or similar software) for all scopes of work, including those performed by subcontractors, and accurately compile takeoffs for self-performed tasks. A solid grasp of carpentry labor and typical equipment productivity will be highly advantageous Analyze drawings, specifications, and project documents to prepare accurate cost estimates You will be responsible for soliciting and rigorously reviewing subcontractor and supplier quotations for completeness, while actively cultivating and maintaining strong, long-term relationships with both current and prospective partners. Identify project discrepancies and value engineering opportunities Prepare preliminary schedules and support project planning efforts Attend project and site meetings when needed Assist with change order pricing and project handovers to the operations team Proactively develop and refine pre-construction workflows and estimate tools, taking the lead in creating and enhancing internal worksheets and templates to streamline processes. Contribute your analytical expertise to evaluate existing strategies and implement innovative approaches that ensure our bids are consistently competitive and delivered on schedule Actively build and nurture strong, collaborative relationships with our valued network of clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders. Contribute to our long-term success by maintaining historical cost data and improve internal estimating tools and workflows

Our Projects:

Multiple delivery models - bid-build, design-build, construction management, cost plus. Residential, institutional, commercial, and light industrial projects. Affordable housing developments. Government and BC Housing projects. Private client builds for multi-million-dollar homes and ski lodges.

What You Bring to the Role

5-10 years of estimating experience in residential and/or commercial construction Post-secondary education in Construction Estimating, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or a related field -- or equivalent experience Hands-on knowledge of construction methods, trades, and procurement practices Detail-oriented, analytical, and confident in pricing projects up to and beyond $50M Strong communicator with the ability to build rapport with subcontractors, suppliers, and consultants Proficient with estimating and construction software including DESTINI Estimator, Bluebeam, Excel, Smartsheet (Spectrum software knowledge is an asset) Thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment with evolving priorities Want to be part of a values-driven company that prioritizes quality, people, and impact

Interested in Joining Us?

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities.

Interested candidates can send their resume to: hetu@northmountainconstruction.ca

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $95,000.00-$125,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Bonus pay
Benefits:

Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance Paid time off
Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to Friday
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Nelson, BC