Estimator

Build on Your Career with Morley Hoppner

Morley Hoppner is an Ottawa-based builder that is lean enough to be personally involved with the community and dynamic enough to meet our goal of making a positive impact on the livability of our city. In our more than 35 years of experience, we’ve established a reputation as a builder who crafts quality buildings designed to be both artistic and functional. From the front office staff to the on-site construction crews and every staff member in between, we share a sense of pride in the work we do to better our community.

Our close-knit team is growing, and we’re seeking to add an Estimator who can positively contribute to our vision of enhancing city neighbourhoods.

Primary Responsibilities

This position is responsible for the direction, preparation, documentation and accurate completion of all estimates and budgets for design build, construction management and lump sum, for industrial, commercial, and high-rise residential construction and development projects, including:

• Provide accurate take off and estimates for all projects
• Research new products, methods, materials
• Seek out new trades, material suppliers and consultants and determine their viability
• Clearly communicate scope of work to subcontractors and suppliers, and accurately interpret quotes to ensure all costs are accounted for and ensure no elements of the scope or supplies are missing
• Identify potential market opportunities
• Monitor publications and websites for project leads
• Stay current with the construction market in Eastern Ontario, primarily Ottawa
• Strategize with management on each opportunity and approach
• Determine annual labour rates and equipment costs
• Assist with the preparation of proposals

Experience & Competencies

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Heightened attention to detail and punctual to deadlines
• Understanding of construction methods, scheduling, and plans reading
• 5 Years minimum of Canadian construction industry experience

Education/Skills/Certifications

• Proficient with MS Office, OnScreen Takeoff, or other estimating software
• University or College graduate majoring in Engineering or Construction

Application Process

If you believe yourself to be a match with the requirements above and are excited to bring new skills and ideas to the Morley Hoppner team, please get in touch.

Kindly send your resume and cover letter with subject “Estimator – Your Name” to careers@morleyhoppner.com.

We will reach out to all applicants with whom we wish to pursue a conversation.

Thank you for considering a career with Morley Hoppner.

Morley Hoppner Inc. supports the goals of Ontario Regulation 191/11 – Integrated Accessibility Standards and is pleased to accommodate applicants who have a disability. Please inform the Human Resources Department at 613-831-5490 if you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process.