Intermediate Estimator

About the Role:

Fitzrovia is seeking to hire an Intermediate Estimator to join our team.

At Fitzrovia, we pride ourselves on being an entrepreneurial and innovative organization, which makes this role well suited for a candidate looking to roll up their sleeves, wear multiple hats and contribute to all aspects of real estate investment and development.

As we are a highly collaborative team, this role is on-site full-time, and the successful candidate will be required to work in the office Monday to Friday.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepares and updates conceptual construction budgets as the design develops. Continually determines project scope and interpret all project documents, including drawings and specifications. Reviews all trade contractor budget quotations, analyzes trade submissions for irregularities to ensure the full scope of work is included.

Prepares accurate ‘order of magnitude’ cost estimates for contemplated or approved design changes (i.e. site instructions, etc.) that are issued by project Design and or Development.

Ensures the full scope of additional work is included within these estimates.

Maintains Fitzrovia systems and procedures in relation to estimating tasks.

Completes Project statistics, full quantity take-off for all disciplines (labour, equipment, and material) for both self-perform and trade work required to complete the project as per contract documents, safety and security requirements required by Fitzrovia policies and applicable legislation.

Estimating functions are to cover all disciplines and divisions, including but not limited to General Conditions, Excavation, Structural Frames, Building Envelope, Interior Finishes and Mechanical and Electrical Systems.

Ensures take-offs are well notated for hand-over to the project team.

Interfaces and communicates effectively with the estimating team, all levels of management, clients, and industry contacts.

Prepares and reviews variance reports from previous Estimates / Cost Consultant Estimates.

Solicits pricing from subcontractors as needed.

Maintains historical cost database with current information.

Maintains and analyzes current and historic hard costs realised on active projects for interpretation and analysis/application on future projects.

Liaises with the Virtual Design Department to implement workflows and review information generated from the VDD and 3D project models.

Coordinates with and stays cognizant of Virtual Design Department capabilities.

Updates trade contractor, supplier, and vendor prequalification lists.

Liaises with Trade Contractors, Consultants to resolve estimating and cost issues. Internally communicate with Project Managers, Site Superintendents, and other Support Staff on costing details for new and on-going projects.

Works with project teams to complete quantity take-offs as required.

Prepares correspondence, reports, forms, and specialized documents ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance.

Performs other relevant duties as assigned to meet business unit and organizational objectives.

Qualifications and Experiences:

Completion of construction-based education program

Previous estimating experience with a general contractor and/or on-site experience is an asset

Working knowledge of estimating software, advanced skills using Microsoft Office Suite and a strong aptitude for adopting new technology

Experience with a variety of Take-Off software (Planswift, Bluebeam, Autodesk Construction Cloud, etc.) considered an asset

Good understanding of construction methodology, including development, contracting, and consulting

Good understanding of Standard Methods of Measurement

Ability to read drawings and specifications

Ability to complete takeoffs in a logical format with “paper trail”

Ability to analyze and apply engineering principles to construction challenges

Excellent oral and written communication skills

High attention to detail and time management skills

Ability to be flexible, multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment

High energy with a positive attitude

Travel may be required, including travel to construction sites

Why Fitzrovia:

Fitzrovia is a vertically integrated development and asset manager focused on Class-A and vintage-style apartment buildings across the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) and Montreal. Fitzrovia provides best-in-class development, construction, property and asset management with a focus on design, active lifestyle management and exceptional customer service.

Fitzrovia partners with public institutions, pension funds and high net worth investors who have a bias towards long-term cash flow generating assets. The company is the largest developer of purpose-built rental apartments in Canada with over $9 billion of assets under management.

We focus on our people and our culture, and offer a competitive salary, benefits, and career development opportunities. Fitzrovia’s commitment to hospitality is at the core of our DNA. To learn more about Fitzrovia, our people and our properties, visit

Fitzrovia is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees. If you require reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please reach us at .