Formwork Estimator

Onni Group of Companies•Vancouver, BC

48d•CA$80,000 - CA$120,000•Onsite

About The Position

CapWest is hiring a Formwork Estimator for our growing formwork division with an established client base along with an expanding work portfolio that requires a new estimator to support the pre-construction and bid phase. The Formwork Estimator is a senior pre-construction role responsible for developing accurate and competitive bids for formwork scopes on high-rise residential and ICI projects throughout the Greater Vancouver region. Working closely with project managers, engineers, operations leadership, and our current and future trade partners the successful candidate will own the full estimating lifecycle — from initial inquiry and quantity takeoff through to bid submission, post-tender analysis, site instruction review and handover to the field team.

Requirements

Minimum 5–8 years of formwork estimating experience with a BC-based formwork subcontractor, general contractor, or concrete construction firm
Demonstrated experience estimating high-rise residential concrete structures (15+ stories) and/or ICI projects in Metro Vancouver
Proven track record of successfully bidding and winning projects in the $1M–$20M+ formwork value range
Able to balance multiple deliverables at different phases of completion and complexity
Knowledge of trade practices, market conditions, and building materials
Experience and comfortable working with on-screen takeoff tools and Excel, Bluebeam Revu, OST, ConEst, B2W, Procore, or similar construction platforms
High level of attention to detail to drive accuracy and consistency throughout your work
Ability to communicate confidently and effectively with all levels of employees and owners, architects, and subtrades.

Nice To Haves

Hands-on field or supervisory experience in concrete forming is a strong asset
Certificate, diploma, or degree in Building Technology, Construction Management, Construction Technology, and/or PQS

Responsibilities

Perform detailed quantity takeoffs from architectural, structural, and engineering drawings for wall forms, slab forms, shoring, and reshoring systems
Develop comprehensive cost estimates including labour, material, equipment, and subcontractor components
Prepare and issue RFIs and scope clarification requests
Assemble all estimating input including labour, material, equipment and trade pricing
Solicit, review, and incorporate supplier and equipment rental quotes into bids
Analyze tender documents, specifications, and general conditions to identify risks, exclusions, and value-engineering opportunities
Prepare complete well-organized bid submissions meeting owner and GC requirements and deadlines
Review designs to identify areas of improvement and opportunity for cost efficiencies
Complete project scope of work reviews to ensure completeness of estimates, and all technical specifications, subcontractor scopes, and general condition items have been quantified and costed
Build strong relationships and long-term partnership opportunities with our trades and suppliers
Conceptual estimating from preliminary drawings through final cost analysis
Track estimated versus actual costs over the life of the project.