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Estimator

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Senior Level
Full-Time

Top Benefits

Dental Care
Employee Assistance Program
Extended Health Care

About the role

We are seeking a Estimator to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in preparing accurate estimates, managing bid processes, and collaborating with project teams to ensure successful project execution. This position requires a deep understanding of construction estimating, and strong negotiation skills.

The Estimator will be instrumental in driving profitable project outcomes and supporting the company's growth objectives.

Responsibilities (Included, but not limited to)

Manage estimates from RFQ assignment to Purchase Order acceptance and Project Management (PM) Hand-Off.

Contribute to standardization of estimating processes and best practices

Ensure proper documentation and organization of all estimating activities in compliance with established procedures Review RFQs, drawings, and specification to clearly define scope of supply Identify gaps, ambiguities, and inconsistencies in bid documents Develop and document assumptions, inclusions, exclusions and clarifications Develop accurate material, labour, subcontract and indirect cost estimates.

Identify commercial, technical, and schedule risks within each estimate

Coordinate with various departments to validate, labour rates, production assumptions and schedules. Lead estimating handoff meeting with Project Management; clearly communicate scope, assumptions, risks and pricing breakdowns. Ensure all estimating documentation is available to the project team.

Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior and intermediate estimators

Stay current on market trends, labour rates, material pricing, and industry benchmarks Additional duties as assigned by Executive Team

Qualifications

Post secondary degree and/or diploma is required; Engineering, Construction Management, Estimating and/or related field is preferred.

PMP and/or Gold Seal considered an asset

Minimum 5 years experience in estimating, with demonstrated responsibility for complex estimates/projects Proven track record of delivering accurate estimates and successful bids Experience in the construction and/or manufacturing sector Excellent Verbal and Written communication skills; high attention to detail and accuracy with strong communication skills High proficiency with MS Office and familiarity with estimating software Leadership and mentoring capabilities

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits

Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care On-site parking Paid time off Profit sharing RRSP match

Work Location: In person

About MakLoc Buildings Inc

Manufacturing
51-200
Founded in 1971

In Business since 1971, MakLoc Buildings Inc. is an industry leading producer of structural steel buildings; offering a full design build process and turnkey service. MakLoc has an internation reputation for reliability, diversity and expertise.

With offices and manufacturing facilities in Edmonton, Morinville and Calgary supported by a team of over 200 employees, MakLoc Buildings Inc. has the expertise and infrastructure to design any facility to meet your project specifications.

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