Top Benefits
About the role
Reporting to the Director of Project Services, the Estimator is responsible for developing cost estimates as part of proposal submissions as well as the ongoing improvement and development of the estimating systems and software. The candidate must be capable of performing all facets of a construction estimate including determination of quantities, costing and sub-trade participation and pricing.
Key Responsibilities:
- Working with the lead Estimator, this role is responsible for preparing and overseeing all aspects of the estimate/tender/RFP/ RFQ / RFT or other form of bid documentation
- Reviews proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope of work
- Prepares detailed estimates for all facets of the planned scope
- Maintains files of working documents as backup for estimate figures including current information on supplier pricing
- Obtains Sub Contractor pricing as required
- Obtains material & equipment rental pricing as required
- Ensure consistency and quality of estimates in reporting to operations, management and client
- Continuously upgrades/improves and enhances software used for estimating
- Accountable and responsible for accuracy and completeness of assigned estimates
- References historical costs and production to current cost estimates for continuous improvement
- Completes post bid analysis as required
Requirements
- Clear and thorough understanding of how to prepare a cost estimate and quantity takeoff
- Clear and professional interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to deal effectively with all levels within different functional areas of the company as well as external customers
- Exceptional analytical, planning and organizational skills
- Proven decision making competence
- Expertise in Excel and MS office programs such as MS Project
Preference Given to Persons who are/have:
- Technical, university, or trade certificate (electrician, lineman or the like)
- 5 years or more project management or field supervision
- Over 5 years' experience in commercial construction estimating, transmission and/or distribution power systems
The position we are seeking to fill will be based out of either our Head Office located in Abbotsford, BC, or our main Alberta facility in Calgary. Benefits Arctic Arrow provides a competitive salary and benefits package for suitable candidates.
Please note that due to the high volume of applicants, only those under consideration will be contacted. If you have not heard back from us, please accept our appreciation for your interest.
About Arctic Arrow Group
Arctic Arrow Powerline Group is a Canadian owned and operated full service transmission, distribution, and design powerline consultant and contractor. We currently provide service throughout the Yukon, British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Northern Washington State. Remote areas are our specialty and we have performed worked for our clients in places like Toba Inlet, BC, Stave Lake, BC, Blue River, BC, Horne River, BC, and Pelly Crossing, YT. We have extensive experience in mining, oil and gas, utilities, and wind industries, and our clients include the following companies: BC Hydro, FortisBC, FortisAB, Teck, Petro Canada, Imperial Oil, Atco Utilities, Murphy Oil, Metro Can Construction, Rogers Cable, Bell Mobility, and Telus.
Arctic Arrow Powerline Group has a main office in Surrey, B.C., with additional regional offices, field offices, and yards across British Columbia, Alberta, and the Yukon.
Top Benefits
About the role
Reporting to the Director of Project Services, the Estimator is responsible for developing cost estimates as part of proposal submissions as well as the ongoing improvement and development of the estimating systems and software. The candidate must be capable of performing all facets of a construction estimate including determination of quantities, costing and sub-trade participation and pricing.
Key Responsibilities:
- Working with the lead Estimator, this role is responsible for preparing and overseeing all aspects of the estimate/tender/RFP/ RFQ / RFT or other form of bid documentation
- Reviews proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope of work
- Prepares detailed estimates for all facets of the planned scope
- Maintains files of working documents as backup for estimate figures including current information on supplier pricing
- Obtains Sub Contractor pricing as required
- Obtains material & equipment rental pricing as required
- Ensure consistency and quality of estimates in reporting to operations, management and client
- Continuously upgrades/improves and enhances software used for estimating
- Accountable and responsible for accuracy and completeness of assigned estimates
- References historical costs and production to current cost estimates for continuous improvement
- Completes post bid analysis as required
Requirements
- Clear and thorough understanding of how to prepare a cost estimate and quantity takeoff
- Clear and professional interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to deal effectively with all levels within different functional areas of the company as well as external customers
- Exceptional analytical, planning and organizational skills
- Proven decision making competence
- Expertise in Excel and MS office programs such as MS Project
Preference Given to Persons who are/have:
- Technical, university, or trade certificate (electrician, lineman or the like)
- 5 years or more project management or field supervision
- Over 5 years' experience in commercial construction estimating, transmission and/or distribution power systems
The position we are seeking to fill will be based out of either our Head Office located in Abbotsford, BC, or our main Alberta facility in Calgary. Benefits Arctic Arrow provides a competitive salary and benefits package for suitable candidates.
Please note that due to the high volume of applicants, only those under consideration will be contacted. If you have not heard back from us, please accept our appreciation for your interest.
About Arctic Arrow Group
Arctic Arrow Powerline Group is a Canadian owned and operated full service transmission, distribution, and design powerline consultant and contractor. We currently provide service throughout the Yukon, British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Northern Washington State. Remote areas are our specialty and we have performed worked for our clients in places like Toba Inlet, BC, Stave Lake, BC, Blue River, BC, Horne River, BC, and Pelly Crossing, YT. We have extensive experience in mining, oil and gas, utilities, and wind industries, and our clients include the following companies: BC Hydro, FortisBC, FortisAB, Teck, Petro Canada, Imperial Oil, Atco Utilities, Murphy Oil, Metro Can Construction, Rogers Cable, Bell Mobility, and Telus.
Arctic Arrow Powerline Group has a main office in Surrey, B.C., with additional regional offices, field offices, and yards across British Columbia, Alberta, and the Yukon.