Estimating Coordinator
Role Overview
Tartan Homes' Estimating Coordinator provides administrative, analytical and coordination support across estimating, purchasing and contract-related activities.
The role supports the Estimator and Contracts Manager and maintains product, pricing and related information in NewStar.
Key Skills for This Role
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About the role
Tartan Homes' Estimating Coordinator provides administrative, analytical and coordination support across estimating, purchasing and contract-related activities.
The role supports the Estimator and Contracts Manager and maintains product, pricing and related information in NewStar.
Key responsibilities
- Maintain NewStar product, pricing and cost data and administer purchase orders, including revisions and discrepancy resolution.
- Assist with RFP pricing, material take-offs and supplier/trade pricing reviews.
- Maintain pricing documentation and records of estimating, purchasing and drawing revisions.
- Coordinate lot-specific construction information, cabinetry layouts, shop drawings and revisions.
- Prepare and track contract and trade documentation, forms and electronic signature packages.
- Liaise with internal teams, suppliers and trade partners to resolve enquiries and discrepancies.
- Support timely purchase orders, construction schedules and NewStar system users.
- Maintain accurate NewStar data for models, specifications, pricing, schedules, take-offs and selling costs.
Education and experience
- Post-secondary education in a related estimating, construction, architecture/technology, business or supply chain field is preferred.
- One to two years of relevant experience is an asset; strong recent graduates may be considered.
- Ability to read and interpret residential construction drawings and specifications is required.
Skills and tools
- Strong numerical skills and attention to detail when reviewing pricing, quantities, purchase orders and take-offs.
- Strong organization, prioritization and time management to manage multiple deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for working with trade partners and internal departments.
- Microsoft Office proficiency, particularly Excel and Outlook.
About Tartan Homes
Tartan is an Ottawa home builder and part of the family-owned Taggart Group of Companies.
The posting describes Tartan as having more than 50 years of homebuilding history in Canada's capital region.
Compensation
- The posting lists a salary range of $55,000–$65,000 without specifying a pay period.
Location
- The description lists a work location at 38 Colonnade Road, Nepean, Ontario; it does not specify a workplace arrangement.
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