Estimator - Commercial Interiors & Healthcare

• Location: Vancouver, British Columbia
• Type: Direct Hire
• Job #14391
• Salary: CA$120,000 Per Hour

MatchBox Consulting Group is partnering with a well-established General Contractor to hire an Estimator for its growing preconstruction team. This organization has built an outstanding reputation delivering healthcare, commercial tenant improvement, hospitality, retail, and institutional renovation projects throughout Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley.

This role offers the chance to work closely with senior preconstruction leadership while taking ownership of a diverse portfolio of negotiated and competitive projects valued from $100K to $20M . If you’re looking for long-term career growth, mentorship, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, apply today!

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate construction cost estimates from drawings, specifications, and tender documents.
• Complete quantity take-offs and detailed pricing.
• Analyze tender submissions and recommend subcontractor awards.
• Develop conceptual budgets from Class D through Class A.
• Participate in value engineering initiatives.
• Prepare construction schedules when required.
• Attend site visits and pre-bid meetings.
• Build and maintain relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, consultants, and clients.
• Support both stipulated sum tenders and Construction Management proposals.
• Manage multiple estimates while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of estimating experience with a commercial General Contractor, or a strong junior estimator seeking long-term growth.
• Experience estimating healthcare renovation projects is required.
• Commercial tenant improvement and renovation estimating experience.
• Strong understanding of renovation sequencing, building systems, and interior construction.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple pursuits in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam, BuildingConnected, and Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with MS Project is considered an asset.

What’s in It for You

• Competitive salary of $100,000–$140,000 based on experience.
• Annual performance bonus.
• Hybrid work schedule (3 days in office, 2 days remote).
• Three to four weeks of vacation, negotiable based on experience.
• Office closure over the Christmas holidays.
• Comprehensive benefits with 90% employer-paid dental, vision, and life insurance.
• On-site parking.
• Clear opportunities for career advancement within a growing preconstruction team.
• Stable pipeline of healthcare, institutional, commercial, hospitality, and retail renovation projects

For more current job opportunities,  Follow  MatchBox at  linkedin.com/company/matchbox-recruitment/

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About MatchBox

Headquartered in downtown Vancouver and serving clients nationally,  MatchBox is one of the leading recruitment and solutions firms that specializes in the fields of IT & Technology, Engineering & Technical, Real Estate & Construction, and Accounting & Finance. We offer unrivaled expertise with our team’s extensive experience in the recruitment and professional services industry. We are dedicated to building great connections and creating strong opportunities within the workforce and the labor market.

Equal Opportunities

MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination. Our recruitment teams receive ongoing training on using objective criteria for evaluating candidates and other related topics to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Work Permits

Please note that we require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application. This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.

Further Consideration

We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.