Estimator

Job summary

The Estimator is responsible for preparing project estimates by analyzing specifications, drawings, and contract plans to determine scope and costs. They also collaborate with the pursuit team to research vendors, manage risks, and ensure estimates align with project schedule and financial goals.

Job details

Overview Do you have a collaborative mindset and strong prioritization skills? As an experienced Estimator, you will play a crucial role in preparing project estimates by analyzing specifications and contract plans to ensure cost-effective quantities and construction methods align with pursuit, schedule and price goals. Bring your diverse ideas to build stronger, more resilient communities.​ Apply now and transform your career with us. What you will be doing Reviews proposal specifications, drawings, attend pre-bid meetings, etc. to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate. Reviews and incorporates historical data from purchase orders, subcontracts, productivity analysis reports, etc. into unit and person-hour figures. Provides technical input regarding project and contract risks to lead estimator responsible for final bid price approval. Reviews final estimate to ensure defined work aligns with overall project schedule and cost goals. Prepares discipline estimates by calculating complete takeoff of scope of work. Calculates material quantity requirements from engineering drawing dimensions. Monitors client addendum and advises the estimating team on changes during the estimate period. Assists with design review options and recommends best solution based on cost, engineering quality, or availability of materials. Partners with estimating team to prepare and conduct project hand-off meetings between pursuit team and project management team. Researches and recommends vendors and subcontractors for designated scopes of work to achieve pursuit and cost goals. What we are looking for Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field required. 7+ years of experience in construction industry, estimating or cost control preferred. Knowledge of HCSS Heavy Bid Estimating Software Strong technical writing skills. Growing knowledge of alternative construction delivery methods. Why work for us Some of the benefits you may be eligible for as an employee are: Comprehensive compensation package and paid time off program Industry leading 401(k)/RRSP Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental, Vision and/or Provincial Medical Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program Tuition Reimbursement Program We are an EEO/ADA/Veterans employer. Salary Min CAD $110,000.00/Yr. Salary Max CAD $130,000.00/Yr.

What you’ll do

The Estimator is responsible for preparing project estimates by analyzing specifications, drawings, and contract plans to determine scope and costs. They also collaborate with the pursuit team to research vendors, manage risks, and ensure estimates align with project schedule and financial goals.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field. A minimum of 7 years of experience in the construction industry, specifically in estimating or cost control, is preferred.

Benefits

• Comprehensive compensation package • Paid time off program • 401(k)/RRSP • Medical insurance • Extended health care • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Wellness benefits • Employee assistance program • Tuition reimbursement program

Listed skills

• Construction Management · Preferred
• Cost Control · Preferred
• Data analysis · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Estimating
• Cost control
• Technical writing
• Project estimation
• Construction management
• Quantity takeoff
• Risk assessment
• Vendor management
• Subcontractor management
• HCSS Heavy Bid
• Data analysis
• Proposal development
• Cost Control
• Project Schedules
• Cost Engineering
• Time Off Management
• Resilience
• Construction
• Construction Management
• Design Reviews
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Engineering Drawings
• Project Management
• Purchasing
• Subcontracting
• Technical Writing
• Prioritization
• Project Estimation

Job areas

• Construction
• Engineering
• Management & Leadership
• Estimator
• Valuers and Loss Assessors
• Cost Estimators