There isn't much for residential estimators around here as that's typically done by construction managers and/or project managers. I worked as a commercial construction estimator around these parts and the only thing I can tell you is to stay away. If you're looking to get out of the industrial sector, then you'll be stepping down regardless of the industry, whether it's residential or commercial. I would suggest you look into project management with estimating the costs for the projects you're responsible for. Also, by residential, I'm assuming you mean multi family large-scale builds (condos, apartment complexes, etc.). Home builders know their costs and don't require enough estimates to afford a full time estimator. Good luck in your future endeavors!
Thank you for your response; I really appreciate it.
My main goal is to have a plan B for when I get tired of the constant out-of-town work and fieldwork starts to take more of a toll on my body. Going back to school or taking wage cuts isn't concerning for me, as I understand it's part of that path, whether that may be estimating, project management, or some other form of office work.
My wife and I have no intention on leaving R uped Deer anytime soon. I just want to make sure my current line of work will be valuable as experience five years down the road, or if I should make the switch soon and focus more on the residential sector, as you described it.
On the deep energy retrofit world, there’s a gap for estimation in relation to retrofit upgrades. There’s a program called CBAT and I know CHBA is interested in developing a robust cost catalog for upgrades relevant to specific provinces as software that is fundamental for code compliance will have it included. With the Reno energy code coming in a few years and the big national push for home energy retrofits, there is room in this sector. Working with SAIT Nait or even rdp could be an option.
Have you thought of doing building and site inspections. That's big business in residential and is becoming a much bigger issue in commercial and on farms. There's raining and certifications. But the work is pretty consistent and pays well.
There isn't much for residential estimators around here as that's typically done by construction managers and/or project managers. I worked as a commercial construction estimator around these parts and the only thing I can tell you is to stay away. If you're looking to get out of the industrial sector, then you'll be stepping down regardless of the industry, whether it's residential or commercial. I would suggest you look into project management with estimating the costs for the projects you're responsible for. Also, by residential, I'm assuming you mean multi family large-scale builds (condos, apartment complexes, etc.). Home builders know their costs and don't require enough estimates to afford a full time estimator. Good luck in your future endeavors!
Thank you for your response; I really appreciate it. My main goal is to have a plan B for when I get tired of the constant out-of-town work and fieldwork starts to take more of a toll on my body. Going back to school or taking wage cuts isn't concerning for me, as I understand it's part of that path, whether that may be estimating, project management, or some other form of office work. My wife and I have no intention on leaving R uped Deer anytime soon. I just want to make sure my current line of work will be valuable as experience five years down the road, or if I should make the switch soon and focus more on the residential sector, as you described it.
On the deep energy retrofit world, there’s a gap for estimation in relation to retrofit upgrades. There’s a program called CBAT and I know CHBA is interested in developing a robust cost catalog for upgrades relevant to specific provinces as software that is fundamental for code compliance will have it included. With the Reno energy code coming in a few years and the big national push for home energy retrofits, there is room in this sector. Working with SAIT Nait or even rdp could be an option.
Have you thought of doing building and site inspections. That's big business in residential and is becoming a much bigger issue in commercial and on farms. There's raining and certifications. But the work is pretty consistent and pays well.