Position Summary

The Materials Estimator is responsible for plant level costing and control related to the materials of a home build, bill of material audits, cost analysis, New Base and Option pricing and ECO's (Engineering Change Orders).

Responsibilities:

• Analyze, audit and review drawings and specifications as related to costing of materials
• Prepare detailed build of material cost estimates for our modular construction projects, including material, labor, and equipment, etc.
• Present completed estimates to related departments in an organized, detailed and clear manner;
• Work with related departments as related to the costing component of the build;
• Assist and provide input into design of builds as related to costing.
• Review and interpret technical drawings and specifications to determine the Bills of Materials (BOM) are accurate and up to date.
• Review BOM's (build of materials) to ensure they reflect the latest manufacturing practices.
• Analyze actual labor, material, and overhead cost against Standard/Budget. Research and explain variances. Report this information monthly or as needed.
• Work within the various departments related to the costing and building of homes.
• Determine pricing and report it.
• Maintain and update existing estimating processes.
• Manage/prepare/track ECO's (Engineering change orders)
• Additional responsibilities per management.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of construction materials and methods
• Basic experience with costing and exposure to manufacturing departments
• Proven work experience in construction
• Strong computer skills
• Excellent mathematical skills with attention to detail
• Practical experience with accounting software (insert our systems) an asset
• Able to quickly learn and adapt to new software and processes
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Works well in a team environment and with upper management
• High level of critical thinking and logical analysis

• Good organizational and time management skills
• Able to work well under pressure and meet all deadlines
• Always keeps the highest standards of compliance and confidentiality