Review the active estimating pipeline at the start of each day. Prioritize open estimates by bid deadline, project complexity, and stage of development. Flag any upcoming opportunities that require site visits or early subtrade engagement.
Perform detailed quantity takeoffs from architectural, structural, and civil drawings using takeoff software. Quantify all applicable scopes including framing, drywall, flooring, millwork, concrete, and sitework with accuracy and traceability.
Prepare Class D, C, and B estimates at the appropriate stage of each project. Document all assumptions, exclusions, and allowances clearly so estimates are defensible and useful for go/no-go decision-making and client presentations.
Assemble complete project estimates, incorporating self-perform costs, subtrade quotes, material pricing, waste factors, equipment, labour burden, overhead, and margin. Ensure all cost components are accounted ...