Senior Estimator
Top Benefits
About the role
Crystal Creek Homes is looking for A Senior Estimator to join our team. The Senior Estimator will be responsible for preparing detailed cost estimates, managing option pricing books, model pricing and options, reviewing construction documents, managing trade pricing, and contributing to product development and pricing strategies. Additionally, the Senior Estimator will also be responsible for mentoring estimating staff and supporting with overall efficiencies within the estimating portion of the pre-construction team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain accurate takeoffs and cost estimates for single-family and multi-family residential homes.
- Analyze construction drawings, specifications, and scopes of work to determine material and labor requirements.
- Collaborate with construction, sales, selections and design teams to ensure alignment of estimates with project goals.
- Maintain and update estimating databases and unit cost information.
- Evaluate subcontractor bids, negotiate pricing, and ensure cost competitiveness.
- Support product development by providing costing feedback during design and value engineering phases.
- Participate in budgeting and forecasting for upcoming communities and phases.
- Analyze historical data to improve accuracy and identify trends in pricing.
- Ensure compliance with building codes, zoning, and company standards.
- Assist in the onboarding and training of junior/ intermediate estimators or coordinators.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field (preferred).
- Minimum 5 years of estimating experience in residential construction, preferably with a production builder within Alberta.
- Strong understanding of residential construction methods, materials, and costs.
- Proficient in estimating software
- Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with ERP systems
- Detail-oriented with strong analytical and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication, verbal and written and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $80,000.00-$110,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
About Crystal Creek Homes
In their family home in 2004, Michelle and Justin Bobier launched Crystal Creek Homes as an estate homebuilder with a staff of two – themselves. Our company has since expanded into a full-spectrum builder in all aspects of new home construction, including inner city, showhomes, area communities and personal estates. The Crystal Creek Homes of today is located in 7 communities, has over 50 employees and builds over 50 homes a year for our wonderful clients who become wonderful friends.
We’ll work with you to design a home uniquely yours, or you might fall in love with one of our existing models. You’ll work with our Interior Designers to give your home a personality and reflect your style. We’ll be with you every step of the way to guide you through the process and make it an enjoyable one.
Crystal Creek Homes is a member of the Alberta New Home Warranty Plan, the Canadian Home Builders Association – Calgary Region, the PHBIA Master Builder Program, Built Green Alberta and Moisture Smart.
Senior Estimator
Top Benefits
About the role
Crystal Creek Homes is looking for A Senior Estimator to join our team. The Senior Estimator will be responsible for preparing detailed cost estimates, managing option pricing books, model pricing and options, reviewing construction documents, managing trade pricing, and contributing to product development and pricing strategies. Additionally, the Senior Estimator will also be responsible for mentoring estimating staff and supporting with overall efficiencies within the estimating portion of the pre-construction team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain accurate takeoffs and cost estimates for single-family and multi-family residential homes.
- Analyze construction drawings, specifications, and scopes of work to determine material and labor requirements.
- Collaborate with construction, sales, selections and design teams to ensure alignment of estimates with project goals.
- Maintain and update estimating databases and unit cost information.
- Evaluate subcontractor bids, negotiate pricing, and ensure cost competitiveness.
- Support product development by providing costing feedback during design and value engineering phases.
- Participate in budgeting and forecasting for upcoming communities and phases.
- Analyze historical data to improve accuracy and identify trends in pricing.
- Ensure compliance with building codes, zoning, and company standards.
- Assist in the onboarding and training of junior/ intermediate estimators or coordinators.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field (preferred).
- Minimum 5 years of estimating experience in residential construction, preferably with a production builder within Alberta.
- Strong understanding of residential construction methods, materials, and costs.
- Proficient in estimating software
- Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with ERP systems
- Detail-oriented with strong analytical and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication, verbal and written and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $80,000.00-$110,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
About Crystal Creek Homes
In their family home in 2004, Michelle and Justin Bobier launched Crystal Creek Homes as an estate homebuilder with a staff of two – themselves. Our company has since expanded into a full-spectrum builder in all aspects of new home construction, including inner city, showhomes, area communities and personal estates. The Crystal Creek Homes of today is located in 7 communities, has over 50 employees and builds over 50 homes a year for our wonderful clients who become wonderful friends.
We’ll work with you to design a home uniquely yours, or you might fall in love with one of our existing models. You’ll work with our Interior Designers to give your home a personality and reflect your style. We’ll be with you every step of the way to guide you through the process and make it an enjoyable one.
Crystal Creek Homes is a member of the Alberta New Home Warranty Plan, the Canadian Home Builders Association – Calgary Region, the PHBIA Master Builder Program, Built Green Alberta and Moisture Smart.