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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. 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. 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. 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. Performs other relevant duties as assigned to meet business unit and organizational objectives. 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 Ability to be flexible, multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment Travel may be required, including travel to construction sites 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.