Construction estimator

Job summary

The construction estimator will analyze tenders, plans, and specifications to calculate project costs including materials, labor, and equipment. They will also prepare bids, manage change directives, and coordinate resources while working closely with project managers.

Job details

Do you want to join a company where you can leverage your expertise in a specialized field? We're looking for you for our construction estimator position! WHY JOIN THE MONGRAIN TRIBE? Working at Mongrain means joining a strong, fast-growing family business that has been established for over 65 years. Mongrain is the expert in building protection, from foundation to roof. and we believe in the TALENT and the POTENTIAL of our EMPLOYEES. By working at Mongrain, you will benefit from ADVANTAGEOUS COMPENSATION, a GROUP INSURANCE plan, FOUR weeks of VACATIONas well as a MODERN workplace on a breathtaking site located in MIRABEL, the Mongrain campus. By joining the Mongrain Tribe, you You will be part of a FIRE TEAM, working against traffic! WHAT DOES YOUR DAILY LIFE LIKE AS A CONSTRUCTION ESTIMATOR WITH US? Analyze calls for tenders as well as plans and specifications; Estimate and calculate the cost of materials, labor, equipment, time required to complete the project, and all other additional costs based on plans and specifications; Prepare project bids while respecting deadlines; Submit price requests to our suppliers; Take charge of change directives issued by our clients and establish new ones Prices; Transmit the necessary information for the execution of construction site work; Plan human and material resources in a timely manner; Work closely with project managers; Demonstrate agility and creativity to develop projects and find solutions that meet the changing needs of a competitive industry; Participate in post-mortem meetings; What You Need For This Role Training or a combination of experience/training in a field relevant to the role; Minimum 5 years of experience in an estimating role in commercial and institutional construction; Experience in insulation (an asset); Expert in reading and interpreting plans and technical drawings ; Knowledge of the construction environment and methods; In-depth knowledge of insulation, waterproofing, thermal protection, and fire protection products, etc.; Manages multiple projects effectively simultaneously; In-depth knowledge of production management and continuous improvement principles in the construction sector; Excellent oral and written communication skills; Passionate about customer service and sales-oriented; Rigor, organizational skills, and autonomy; Good knowledge of the Office suite, including Microsoft Project Management and estimating software; Valid Class 5 driver's license and vehicle for travel; Bilingualism (English/French) written and spoken; SEE YOU SOON! Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Benefits Disability Insurance Supplemental Health Insurance Life Insurance Vacation and Compensatory Time Off Employee Assistance Program Wellness Programs On-site Parking Business Casual Dress Work Schedule 8 Hours Day Shift Job Location: In-person

What you’ll do

The construction estimator will analyze tenders, plans, and specifications to calculate project costs including materials, labor, and equipment. They will also prepare bids, manage change directives, and coordinate resources while working closely with project managers.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least 5 years of experience in commercial and institutional construction estimating and possess expert skills in reading technical drawings. Proficiency in insulation and waterproofing products, along with strong organizational and communication skills, is required.

Benefits

• Disability Insurance • Supplemental Health Insurance • Life Insurance • Vacation • Compensatory Time Off • Employee Assistance Program • Wellness Programs • On-site Parking

Listed skills

• Continuous Improvement · Preferred
• Customer service · Preferred
• Production Management · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Construction estimating
• Plan interpretation
• Technical drawing reading
• Insulation knowledge
• Waterproofing
• Thermal protection
• Fire protection
• Project management
• Production management
• Continuous improvement
• Microsoft Project
• Estimating software
• Customer service
• Sales-oriented
• Communication skills
• Organizational skills

Job areas

• Construction
• Management & Leadership
• Manufacturing