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Champion Home Builders Inc. Materials Estimator in Kelowna, British Columbia
45000-72000 per year | Posted 12-Nov-2024 (EST) | Kelowna, BC, CAN | Full Time
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 theBills 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