Estimator

About the Role

Do you have a collaborative mindset and strong prioritization skills? As an 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.

Responsibilities

• Reviews proposal specifications, drawings, attends pre-bid meetings, etc., to determine the scope of work and required contents of the 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 the lead estimator responsible for final bid price approval.
• Reviews the final estimate to ensure defined work aligns with overall project schedule and cost goals.
• Prepares discipline estimates by calculating a complete takeoff of the scope of work.
• Calculates material quantity requirements from engineering drawing dimensions.
• Monitors client addendums and advises the estimating team on changes during the estimate period.
• Assists with design review options and recommends the best solution based on cost, engineering quality, or availability of materials.
• Partners with the estimating team to prepare and conduct project hand-off meetings between the pursuit team and project management team.
• Researches and recommends vendors and subcontractors for designated scopes of work to achieve pursuit and cost goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field required.
• 1+ years of experience in the construction industry, estimating, or cost control preferred.
• Beginner knowledge of HCSS Heavy Bid Estimating Software.
• Developing technical writing skills.

Benefits

• 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.

Pay

Salary Range: USD $77,000.00/Yr. - USD $85,000.00/Yr.