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Established in 1963, Strescon Limited has grown to become the largest precast, pre-stressed concrete manufacturer in Eastern Canada. Its primary market covers the Atlantic Provinces, the New England region of the United States, and Bermuda. Strescon manufactures a wide range of both architectural and structural precast/prestressed concrete products including bridge girders, wall panels, complete parking garages, hollow-core planking, piling and deck slabs. Strescon presently has two facilities: 70,000 sq. ft. in Saint John, New Brunswick and 50,000 sq. ft. In Bedford, Nova Scotia.
In addition to our engineered precast facilities for custom components, Strescon also operates a 32,000 sq. ft. facility in Saint John which manufactures standard concrete products for engineered drainage systems, such as pipe, manholes and catch basins.
Job Summary
In partnership with the estimating team and in collaboration with various departments, the Estimator position is responsible for gathering and evaluating proposals, shop drawings, specifications (excel, Tekla, etc.), and related documents to prepare estimates. The Estimator computes costs by analyzing labor, materials, equipment, subcontracted work as well as timeline requirements. As the Estimator, the ideal candidate must be able to read architectural, structural, precast shop drawings, specifications, navigate software, be detailed, and focused on the task at hand while managing priorities and deadlines. In general, this is a position where guidelines, structure, and established procedures must be followed closely. The position is located at the Saint John office and supports operations in both Saint John and Bedford.
Responsibilities
Review bid documents (specifications, drawings, addendums, bid alternates, delivery dates if noted and bid closing date) Prepare bid submission documents (quotation letter, various bid forms, pricing for bid alternates, schedules) Efficiently coordinate sending/receiving of estimating documents to sub-contractors and vendors Accurately prepare material take-offs and estimates in a timely manner, meeting all bid deadlines Utilize software to manage data and facilitate effective retrieval of information when required Review and assess proposed estimates, and submission documents with sales and management Assist in achieving departmental goals within targeted budgets by meeting deadlines for project completion Effectively communicate with other departments and the plant, and focuses on solutions that optimize production and efficiency Represent the department and company in a professional, positive manner when liaising with internal and external customers
Technical Requirements
Bachelor’s degree or college diploma within civil engineering / engineering technology, or similar Architectural or Estimating experience Previous experience in the construction industry Minimum 3 years of estimating experience required Exposure to the precast concrete industry would be a strong asset Ability to read and interpret drawings of all disciplines Technologically inclined; experience with software, data and reporting would be an asset (Excel, Tekla, etc.)
Basic mathematics: conversions from metric to imperial
Business Requirements
Fluent knowledge of Microsoft Office products
Ability to work under pressure Team player and desire for growth Exceptional attention to detail Strong time management and organizational skills
As a member of the OSCO Construction Group, Strescon Limited offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including health and dental coverage, life insurance and RRSP options. Additionally, we offer health and wellness programming, years of service rewards and employee sport team sponsorships.
About OSCO
The origins of the OSCO Construction Group go back to 1955 when Ocean Steel & Construction Ltd. was founded in Saint John, New Brunswick. Since that time, the OSCO Construction Group has grown to encompass four main operating sectors: Steel, Concrete, Construction and Corporate. Within these sectors lie an ever-expanding number of construction-related companies and divisions, serving a growing market area and employing over twelve hundred employees.
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About Strescon Limited
Strescon, a division of the OSCO Construction Group, has been a leader in the precast concrete industry since 1963. As the largest precast prestressed concrete manufacturer in Eastern Canada, we serve markets across Atlantic Canada, the Eastern United States, and Bermuda.
Our extensive range of products includes:
Building Systems: Floor and roof systems, structural solutions, and architectural wall panels. Transportation Infrastructure: Beams, columns, box culverts, and full-depth deck slabs. Environmental Solutions: Precast drainage, environmental products, and large diameter process treatment tanks. Parking Garages: Complete precast solutions for multi-level parking structures. Building Envelope & Cladding Solutions: Insulated wall panels and CarbonCast enclosure systems.
Our Facilities We operate three precast plants in New Brunswick and Nova Scotia. Our Saint John site spans 40 acres and includes a 70,000 sq. ft. heated precast plant and a state-of-the-art pipe plant. Our Halifax site features a 50,000 sq. ft. precast plant on 30 acres. We also have sales offices in Maine and Massachusetts.
Commitment to Quality For over 60 years, Strescon has been dedicated to producing high-quality architectural, structural, and environmental concrete products. We adhere to stringent quality control standards and hold certifications from PCI, CPCI, CWB, ACPA, and CSA.
Innovation and Expertise At Strescon, we pride ourselves on offering value-added services at all stages of the design and construction process. Our team of skilled designers and craftspeople work closely with clients to deliver innovative solutions that save time and money while achieving beautiful results.
Strescon continually invests in the latest equipment and technology to stay ahead of the competition. We embrace change as an opportunity for improvement, supported by continuous employee training and a dedicated IT department.
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Top Benefits
About the role
About Strescon
JOB DESCRIPTION
Established in 1963, Strescon Limited has grown to become the largest precast, pre-stressed concrete manufacturer in Eastern Canada. Its primary market covers the Atlantic Provinces, the New England region of the United States, and Bermuda. Strescon manufactures a wide range of both architectural and structural precast/prestressed concrete products including bridge girders, wall panels, complete parking garages, hollow-core planking, piling and deck slabs. Strescon presently has two facilities: 70,000 sq. ft. in Saint John, New Brunswick and 50,000 sq. ft. In Bedford, Nova Scotia.
In addition to our engineered precast facilities for custom components, Strescon also operates a 32,000 sq. ft. facility in Saint John which manufactures standard concrete products for engineered drainage systems, such as pipe, manholes and catch basins.
Job Summary
In partnership with the estimating team and in collaboration with various departments, the Estimator position is responsible for gathering and evaluating proposals, shop drawings, specifications (excel, Tekla, etc.), and related documents to prepare estimates. The Estimator computes costs by analyzing labor, materials, equipment, subcontracted work as well as timeline requirements. As the Estimator, the ideal candidate must be able to read architectural, structural, precast shop drawings, specifications, navigate software, be detailed, and focused on the task at hand while managing priorities and deadlines. In general, this is a position where guidelines, structure, and established procedures must be followed closely. The position is located at the Saint John office and supports operations in both Saint John and Bedford.
Responsibilities
Review bid documents (specifications, drawings, addendums, bid alternates, delivery dates if noted and bid closing date) Prepare bid submission documents (quotation letter, various bid forms, pricing for bid alternates, schedules) Efficiently coordinate sending/receiving of estimating documents to sub-contractors and vendors Accurately prepare material take-offs and estimates in a timely manner, meeting all bid deadlines Utilize software to manage data and facilitate effective retrieval of information when required Review and assess proposed estimates, and submission documents with sales and management Assist in achieving departmental goals within targeted budgets by meeting deadlines for project completion Effectively communicate with other departments and the plant, and focuses on solutions that optimize production and efficiency Represent the department and company in a professional, positive manner when liaising with internal and external customers
Technical Requirements
Bachelor’s degree or college diploma within civil engineering / engineering technology, or similar Architectural or Estimating experience Previous experience in the construction industry Minimum 3 years of estimating experience required Exposure to the precast concrete industry would be a strong asset Ability to read and interpret drawings of all disciplines Technologically inclined; experience with software, data and reporting would be an asset (Excel, Tekla, etc.)
Basic mathematics: conversions from metric to imperial
Business Requirements
Fluent knowledge of Microsoft Office products
Ability to work under pressure Team player and desire for growth Exceptional attention to detail Strong time management and organizational skills
As a member of the OSCO Construction Group, Strescon Limited offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including health and dental coverage, life insurance and RRSP options. Additionally, we offer health and wellness programming, years of service rewards and employee sport team sponsorships.
About OSCO
The origins of the OSCO Construction Group go back to 1955 when Ocean Steel & Construction Ltd. was founded in Saint John, New Brunswick. Since that time, the OSCO Construction Group has grown to encompass four main operating sectors: Steel, Concrete, Construction and Corporate. Within these sectors lie an ever-expanding number of construction-related companies and divisions, serving a growing market area and employing over twelve hundred employees.
Not the right fit? Search for Estimator jobs in Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada
About Strescon Limited
Strescon, a division of the OSCO Construction Group, has been a leader in the precast concrete industry since 1963. As the largest precast prestressed concrete manufacturer in Eastern Canada, we serve markets across Atlantic Canada, the Eastern United States, and Bermuda.
Our extensive range of products includes:
Building Systems: Floor and roof systems, structural solutions, and architectural wall panels. Transportation Infrastructure: Beams, columns, box culverts, and full-depth deck slabs. Environmental Solutions: Precast drainage, environmental products, and large diameter process treatment tanks. Parking Garages: Complete precast solutions for multi-level parking structures. Building Envelope & Cladding Solutions: Insulated wall panels and CarbonCast enclosure systems.
Our Facilities We operate three precast plants in New Brunswick and Nova Scotia. Our Saint John site spans 40 acres and includes a 70,000 sq. ft. heated precast plant and a state-of-the-art pipe plant. Our Halifax site features a 50,000 sq. ft. precast plant on 30 acres. We also have sales offices in Maine and Massachusetts.
Commitment to Quality For over 60 years, Strescon has been dedicated to producing high-quality architectural, structural, and environmental concrete products. We adhere to stringent quality control standards and hold certifications from PCI, CPCI, CWB, ACPA, and CSA.
Innovation and Expertise At Strescon, we pride ourselves on offering value-added services at all stages of the design and construction process. Our team of skilled designers and craftspeople work closely with clients to deliver innovative solutions that save time and money while achieving beautiful results.
Strescon continually invests in the latest equipment and technology to stay ahead of the competition. We embrace change as an opportunity for improvement, supported by continuous employee training and a dedicated IT department.