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Senior Estimator

@ Concrete Cashmere

Vancouver, British Columbia

Full-time5+ years experience
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Overview

Concrete Cashmere, a Vancouver design-build firm, is hiring a Senior Estimator for commercial tenant improvement, retail, institutional and medical projects. The role covers site reviews, budget pricing, tender leadership with trades, and margin control, and requires 5+ years of construction estimating experience.

Responsibilities:

  • Conduct site reviews and prepare high-level budget pricing for TI projects
  • Lead the tender process with coordinated trade site reviews
  • Review estimates for accuracy and alignment with margin targets
  • Lead project kickoffs and support purchase orders
  • Provide Procore training and oversee job setup

Requirements summary:

  • 5+ years construction estimating experience
  • 1+ year commercial tenant improvement estimating
  • Strong knowledge of construction methods and building codes
  • Proficiency with Procore
  • Ability to interpret drawings and site conditions

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Employer posting date
2026-11-03
First seen by our source
2026-11-10
Source record updated
2026-11-10

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Job details

SenioritySenior
DepartmentBusiness operations
Experience5+ years
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: none · ground: minimal
Work settingOffice, Construction site
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical low · computer high

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Job description

Who are we?

Concrete Cashmere is a design-build firm based in Vancouver, British Columbia. We are focused on bringing a fresh approach to commercial, retail, institution, and medical projects. We work with clients to thoughtfully integrate their needs, branding a unique style to craft a well-designed, functional space that brings their vision into existence.

What are we looking for?

We are seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join our growing team. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical ability, on-site awareness, and proven experience coordinating with trades in the commercial construction environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Site Evaluation & Pricing

  • Conduct site reviews to assess existing site conditions, constraints, and project requirements for commercial TI projects.
  • Prepare initial HLB (High-Level Budget) pricing for new opportunities.
  • Perform ongoing BP (Budget Pricing) check-ins to ensure estimates reflect current market pricing and scope changes.

Trade Relationships & Coordination

  • Build and maintain strong working relationships with trades and suppliers.
  • Request trade site walk-throughs and detailed pricing for specific scopes when required.
  • Lead the tender process, including coordinated site reviews with all applicable trades.

Financial Accuracy & Margin Management

  • Understand internal margin requirements and proactively identify opportunities to maintain or recover lost profits.
  • Review all estimates for accuracy, completeness, and alignment with company financial targets.

Project Kickoff & Documentation

  • Lead project kickoff meetings with trades and assist in creating PMS (Project Management System) schedules.
  • Support the issuance of purchase orders (POs) and ensure documentation aligns with awarded scopes and project requirements.

Technology & Systems

  • Provide Procore training and support for project teams; oversee Procore job setup.
  • Ensure all estimating, tender, and kickoff-related documentation is properly tracked in Procore.

Construction Support & Advisory

  • Work closely with Project Managers to review construction schedules, identify risks, and flag inconsistencies.
  • Provide ongoing advisory support regarding delays, site challenges, and scope deviations throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of estimating experience in construction
  • 1+ years of estimating experience in commercial tenant improvement
  • Strong understanding of construction methods, building codes, and trade scopes.
  • Proficiency with Procore
  • Excellent ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and site conditions.
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills with trades and clients.
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple estimates at once.

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