Director of Estimating
About the role
This position is a contract with a well know high rise Developer in Vaughan. Primary Purpose The incumbent will be responsible for leading the high-rise estimating process and play an integral role in cost estimating and budget management throughout all high-rise residential construction project lifecycles.
Responsibilities Creation of High-Level Construction budgets including Construction Schedules and Cash Flows. Creation of Elemental and Trade Budgets including Construction Schedules and Cash Flows. Continuous updating of Estimating Cost Data Bases to current market conditions and current Project budgets. Demonstrate knowledge of high-rise construction methodologies, local building codes, and industry standards in Canada. Update and distribute monthly construction schedules to sites and project managers. Maintain and share monthly labour control schedules with project managers. Maintain and distribute monthly hoist labour schedules to project managers. Prepare monthly budgets and conduct reviews with teams (Construction, Technical Audit, Development, Customer Care, Sales, Marketing, Revenue). Update monthly commission data in Sales Reviews. Continuously improve all Job Cost Excel programs.
Education
Degree or Diploma in Construction Management, Project Management or related field. PQS designation considered an asset.
Professional/Trade Expertise Experience 10+ years of estimating/quantity surveying experience preferably in High Rise Construction.
Self-motivated with a high degree of integrity, honesty, and ethics. Excellent communication skills – interpersonal, written and verbal. Excellent knowledge of SharePoint, Excel, and On Centre (or Equivalent). Knowledge of quantity takeoffs, construction methods, cost estimating, scheduling and building codes is required.
Complexity& Problem Solving Ability to interpret and take-off architectural and structural drawings. Strong knowledge of CIQS standard method of measurement – elemental/trade.
Relationship Management Interaction between SVP High Rise Operations, Senior Estimator, Project Managers and assistant PM’s. The role acts as the bridge between executive leadership, project teams, consultants, contractors, and internal departments to ensure successful delivery of the project.
Leading People Describe & select one of the division/function structures including number of direct and indirect reports (include role level of the direct reports as well as dotted line reports) Provide details on the regional/domestic responsibility of the role and select the among to P&L authority).
Direct Reports Sr. Estimator – 1 Contracts Specialist – 1
Budget Responsibility 10 million– 200 million in budgetary responsibility pertaining to the value of projects.
Decision Making
To be able to measure quantities accurately when there is a lack of drawing information available.
Exercises sound judgment in determining when to engage consultants, trade partners, or internal stakeholders to obtain clarification, resolve issues, and ensure accurate project costing and scope alignment. The Director, Estimating is responsible for making strategic, financial, and operational decisions that directly impact a project's viability, profitability, and risk profile. Their decisions often influence whether a project proceeds, how it is designed, and how it is budgeted.
Impact
Timely completion of deliverables is critical, as delays may impact the submission of budgets and subsequent team deadlines. Monthly control reports (e.g., concrete and labour reports) are on a strict timeline and must be completed accurately and on schedule to support monthly budget reviews.
About B.E.S.T. Recruiting Consultants Ltd.
B.E.S.T Recruiting Consultants is a recruiting consultancy firm to the Building, Construction and Real Estate Development Industries. We are experienced in providing human resources solutions to clients across Canada and Internationally. Our Focus will be on building in-depth, long term relationships.
B.E.S.T Recruiting brings over 25 years of both recruiting background as well as direct experience in the industry. Jim DiVizio has had a successful 20+ year career in both the construction and real estate development sectors. Tania Sarracini has a Masters degree from York University in Environmental planning; five years of hands on experience in the industry as a coordinator and four years as a recruiter for the industry. Tania and Jim’s personal experiences in the industry will provide both candidates and employers with valuable first hand knowledge and enable us to quickly and effectively understand the needs of each and advise with confidence and professionalism.
Our vision is to become the recruiter of choice for both candidates and clients in the construction industry. Reliability, Honesty, Trust and Dedication will allow us to find the top candidates and in turn provide our clients quality placements.
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Director of Estimating
About the role
This position is a contract with a well know high rise Developer in Vaughan. Primary Purpose The incumbent will be responsible for leading the high-rise estimating process and play an integral role in cost estimating and budget management throughout all high-rise residential construction project lifecycles.
Responsibilities Creation of High-Level Construction budgets including Construction Schedules and Cash Flows. Creation of Elemental and Trade Budgets including Construction Schedules and Cash Flows. Continuous updating of Estimating Cost Data Bases to current market conditions and current Project budgets. Demonstrate knowledge of high-rise construction methodologies, local building codes, and industry standards in Canada. Update and distribute monthly construction schedules to sites and project managers. Maintain and share monthly labour control schedules with project managers. Maintain and distribute monthly hoist labour schedules to project managers. Prepare monthly budgets and conduct reviews with teams (Construction, Technical Audit, Development, Customer Care, Sales, Marketing, Revenue). Update monthly commission data in Sales Reviews. Continuously improve all Job Cost Excel programs.
Education
Degree or Diploma in Construction Management, Project Management or related field. PQS designation considered an asset.
Professional/Trade Expertise Experience 10+ years of estimating/quantity surveying experience preferably in High Rise Construction.
Self-motivated with a high degree of integrity, honesty, and ethics. Excellent communication skills – interpersonal, written and verbal. Excellent knowledge of SharePoint, Excel, and On Centre (or Equivalent). Knowledge of quantity takeoffs, construction methods, cost estimating, scheduling and building codes is required.
Complexity& Problem Solving Ability to interpret and take-off architectural and structural drawings. Strong knowledge of CIQS standard method of measurement – elemental/trade.
Relationship Management Interaction between SVP High Rise Operations, Senior Estimator, Project Managers and assistant PM’s. The role acts as the bridge between executive leadership, project teams, consultants, contractors, and internal departments to ensure successful delivery of the project.
Leading People Describe & select one of the division/function structures including number of direct and indirect reports (include role level of the direct reports as well as dotted line reports) Provide details on the regional/domestic responsibility of the role and select the among to P&L authority).
Direct Reports Sr. Estimator – 1 Contracts Specialist – 1
Budget Responsibility 10 million– 200 million in budgetary responsibility pertaining to the value of projects.
Decision Making
To be able to measure quantities accurately when there is a lack of drawing information available.
Exercises sound judgment in determining when to engage consultants, trade partners, or internal stakeholders to obtain clarification, resolve issues, and ensure accurate project costing and scope alignment. The Director, Estimating is responsible for making strategic, financial, and operational decisions that directly impact a project's viability, profitability, and risk profile. Their decisions often influence whether a project proceeds, how it is designed, and how it is budgeted.
Impact
Timely completion of deliverables is critical, as delays may impact the submission of budgets and subsequent team deadlines. Monthly control reports (e.g., concrete and labour reports) are on a strict timeline and must be completed accurately and on schedule to support monthly budget reviews.
About B.E.S.T. Recruiting Consultants Ltd.
B.E.S.T Recruiting Consultants is a recruiting consultancy firm to the Building, Construction and Real Estate Development Industries. We are experienced in providing human resources solutions to clients across Canada and Internationally. Our Focus will be on building in-depth, long term relationships.
B.E.S.T Recruiting brings over 25 years of both recruiting background as well as direct experience in the industry. Jim DiVizio has had a successful 20+ year career in both the construction and real estate development sectors. Tania Sarracini has a Masters degree from York University in Environmental planning; five years of hands on experience in the industry as a coordinator and four years as a recruiter for the industry. Tania and Jim’s personal experiences in the industry will provide both candidates and employers with valuable first hand knowledge and enable us to quickly and effectively understand the needs of each and advise with confidence and professionalism.
Our vision is to become the recruiter of choice for both candidates and clients in the construction industry. Reliability, Honesty, Trust and Dedication will allow us to find the top candidates and in turn provide our clients quality placements.