Senior Estimator

About the role

Reviews proposal specifications, drawings, attends pre-bid meetings, etc. to determine scope of work and required contents of 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 lead estimator responsible for final bid price approval.

Reviews final estimate to ensure defined work aligns with overall project schedule and cost goals.

Prepares discipline estimates by calculating complete takeoff of scope of work.

Calculates material quantity requirements from engineering drawing dimensions.

Maintains awareness of client addendums and advises the estimating team on changes during the estimate period.

Assists with design review options and recommends best solution based on cost, engineering quality, or availability of materials.

Partners with estimating team to prepare and conduct project hand-off meetings between pursuit team and project management team.

Researches and recommends vendors and subcontractors for designated scopes of work to achieve pursuit and cost goals.

Responsibilities

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

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field required. 5+ years of experience in construction industry, estimating or cost control preferred. Specialized knowledge and experience in alternative construction delivery methods. Advanced knowledge of HCSS Heavy Bid Estimating Software. Strong technical writing skills. Able to lead pursuit and estimating activities on a large or complex pursuit project.

Qualifications

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

Skills

Advanced knowledge of HCSS Heavy Bid Estimating Software

Strong technical writing skills

Able to lead pursuit and estimating activities on a large or complex pursuit project

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

Schedule

N/A

Pay

Min USD $135,000.00/Yr.

Max USD $175,000.00/Yr.