Our company:
At Kalesnikoff, we honor our heritage by investing in our future. As a family-owned, fourth-generation company, we’ve evolved from our roots in the forests to become a leader in the timber industry, but we’re not just resting on tradition. Today, Kalesnikoff is at the forefront of innovation, combining decades of expertise with cutting-edge technology to redefine what’s possible in wood design and construction.
Role and Objectives:
The Modular Estimator is responsible for leading preconstruction estimating activities for modular building projects. This role works out of our Vancouver office and supports the Project Manager and cross‑functional teams by preparing accurate cost estimates, budgets, and tender submissions for modular projects. The Modular Estimator reviews construction drawings, coordinates with suppliers and designers, performs detailed quantity takeoffs, and ensures proposals are aligned with modular design principles, build capabilities, and project feasibility.
Responsibilities:
Technical Estimating & Quantity Takeoffs
- Review architectural, structural, and MEP drawings to interpret modular scope, design intent, and interface requirements.
- Build modular layouts, module breakdowns, and conceptual models to support estimating and pricing.
- Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs for modular components, including framing systems, interior finishes, building envelope, MEP-in-module scopes, and onsite scopes such as craning and foundations.
- Develop budgets using preliminary and conceptual design documents, ensuring alignment with modular building standards and manufacturing constraints.
Preconstruction Coordination
- Attend design-assist meetings with internal teams, clients, and consultants to provide costing feedback and improve constructability.
- Identify opportunities for design optimization, standardized components, or modular efficiencies to improve pricing and reduce project risks.
- Review all tender requirements, bid documents, and addendums to ensure alignment with proposed scope and identify pricing impacts.
Supplier, Manufacturing & Market Coordination
- Solicit and analyze pricing from suppliers, trades, and vendors for modular components and onsite installation scopes.
- Develop a strong understanding of modular products, materials, and transportation logistics
- Coordinate with teams to understand production capabilities, scheduling, and material availability.
Proposal & Documentation Preparation
- Prepare complete and compliant proposals, including pricing sheets, clarifications, assumptions, exclusions, and scope breakdowns.
- Develop tender packages and support the Project Manager in assembling final bid submissions.
- Track and follow up on quoted work; maintain an organized database of historical pricing and estimate assumptions.
- Assess whether opportunities align with business priorities and manufacturing capacity.
Scope Review & Risk Management
- Flag design issues, missing information, or constructability concerns early in the preconstruction process.
- Review changes, addendums, and client revisions to determine cost and schedule impacts.
- Identify project risks related to logistics, sequencing, factory throughput, and onsite installation.
Other Duties
- Understand and comply with all company policies, procedures, and safety expectations.
- Support continuous improvement of the estimating process and modular costing tools.
- Perform other duties as assigned or required.
Requirements:
Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Diploma or certificate in construction technology, architectural technology, engineering technology, drafting, or a related field is an asset.
Experience:
- Experience in estimating, modular construction, prefabrication, commercial construction, or a related field.
- Experience with CADwork, Rhino, Revit, or other 3D design software.
Skills & Knowledge:
- Ability to read and interpret architectural and structural drawings.
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize to meet deadlines.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, Excel, Project, and estimate takeoff software such as Onscreen Takeoff or Bluebeam.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.
Working Conditions:
- Location: Vancouver
- Overtime as required.
- Very occasional exposure to dust, noise, and fumes if entering production facility.
- Use of Personal Protective Equipment may be required – when entering production facility, for example. (PPE may include hard-hat, safety boots, etc.)
- Desk work with interruptions and an expectation to be able to refocus quickly.
Compensation Package:
- Salary: $71,520.00 – $89,400.00 (Dependent on experience)
- Schedule: Monday – Friday.
- Extended health benefits including health, dental, vision, travel, Health Spending Account and RRSP program.
- Team building and social events.
- Training, development, and mentorship opportunities
- Opportunity to advance in your career.
- Work-life balance.
- A great culture where we truly value our employees.
How to apply:
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected].
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
At Kalesnikoff, working safely is an expectation. In your role you will have the time and resources needed to meet that expectation.
About our Kootenay home:
Are the mountains calling you? From beautiful parks and forests, pristine lakes, breathtaking valleys and stunning mountain ranges, the West Kootenay region is a highly desired and special place to call home. With an abundance of recreation including ski areas, golf courses, hot springs, and endless hiking, biking and other outdoor activities, the Kootenays isn’t just a region, it’s a lifestyle. Our vibrant mountain towns are full of arts, culture, food, history and caring communities. What are you doing after work today?
Equal opportunity commitment:
Kalesnikoff is a committed equal opportunity employer. Kalesnikoff’s recruitment strategy is designed to attract the best person for each position, to ensure equality of opportunity for all applicants, and to promote our corporate vision and culture. When considering applicants for positions within our Company, only job-related criteria such as ability, merit and responsibility are used to evaluate applicants. Kalesnikoff prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable law.
Kalesnikoff is committed to treating all people in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence. Kalesnikoff believes in integration and equal opportunity. Kalesnikoff is committed to meeting the needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner and will do so by identifying barriers to accessibility and meeting accessibility standards in accordance with applicable law.
