Estimator

About York

At York, we are bold, fast, and relentlessly focused on what matters: our clients .

While others get lost in bureaucracy and outdated thinking, we cut through the noise. We challenge the status quo, move with urgency, and make decisions that serve our clients, not just our bottom line. We take full ownership, work together to solve complicated problems, and execute—no excuses, no shortcuts.

This is not the place for complacency. Our team thrives in a high-performance, no-BS environment— we are a group of high performers who think critically, move fast, and follow through. The success of our business depends on the willingness of our team to ditch antiquated ways of operating and adapt new methods for achieving excellent results.

This is how we work. This is how we win.

Reports to: Chief Estimator

Position Summary

The Estimator plays a vital role in driving the success of YCI by providing accurate, reliable, and

competitive cost estimates. This individual ensures that project quotes/bids are prepared with

precision, meet company standards, deadlines, client requirements, and reflect the true scope

of work and associated costs. Through effective collaboration with internal design and operation

departments the Estimator will ensure that YCI’s estimates are timely, accurate and able to build

from on day one of project award.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare cost estimates and budgets (level of detail required will vary depending on contract type)

Act as lead estimator on assigned projects throughout design-build, construction management, or stipulated sum project types

Be responsible for the project tendering process

Create RFP documents and solicitation of bids from trades

Analyze project specifications, construction drawings, and bid documents

Complete detailed takeoffs for estimates

Collect, compare, and analyze different quotes from subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers

Evaluate and level tender bids

Conduct regular risk assessments with a view to proactively managing increased costs or delayed schedule in construction projects

Bring passion, excitement, and positivity to the job

Work within the team and uphold York’s values

Other duties as assigned

Secondary Responsibilities

Identify labor, material, costs and time requirements on a project basis by researching proposals, recent invoices, drawings, and any related documents

• •Revise cost estimate reports to reflect design changes, client needs,
• or when the availability of materials or labour changes

Advising preconstruction and operations teams about opportunities to improve cost-effectiveness of construction

Constantly strive to improve company processes and the quality of the finished product

What you bring to York

A minimum of 3 years’ experience as an estimator

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Construction Engineering Technology diploma preferred

Experience working on Design-Build projects in a variety of sectors – light industrial and commercial experience preferred

A solid understanding of current building systems, materials, and building codes

• •In-depth knowledge of financial aspects of construction including estimating,
• budgeting, cost control and reporting

Capable of anticipating constructability issues in moderate to complex situations and thinking outside the box to create solutions

Ability to work in a fast-paced organization continually meeting deadlines

Ability to adapt quickly to changing situations

Motivation, great organizational skills

Excellent communication skills

Core Competencies

Construction Technical Knowledge

Estimating Expertise & Quantitative Skills

Software Proficiency

Detail- O rientation

Communication

Problem-Solving & Risk Management

Assumed Competencies

Time M anagement & O rganization

Interpersonal S kills

Hustle