Job Description

Job Description
The Senior Estimator (Civil) is responsible for leading on civil and industrial projects across Ontario. The business is a leading general contractor with a proven track record of completing projects up to $500m.
  
Primary / Essential Responsibilities and Duties

• Overseeing a team of estimators
• Tracking bids opportunities
• Participating in pre-bid meetings to analyze the opportunities.
• Analyzes tender documents, plans, specs, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labour estimates.
• Manages accurate quantity surveys and take-offs as required.
• Manages detailed material lists based on the tender documents and specs and forwards to the Material Manager for pricing.
• Reviews and incorporates historical data from prior estimates, purchase agreements and subcontracts in order to gain information for current bids.
• Develops scope of work for subcontractors and suppliers.
• Manages subcontractor/vendor solicitation for pricing.
• Manages analysis and evaluation of bids from subcontractors for their completeness and accuracy in scope of work.
• Leads bid review process.
• Organizes submission and coordinates for bid day with other staff involved in the estimating process.
• Ensures compliance with the tender documents/requirements.
• Ensures all general conditions of the tender document are met i.e. insurance/bonding/special requirements.
• Liaises with the management for strategic estimate approach and feedback on estimates.
• Have initial construction schedule and cash flow forecast created.
• Prepares and presents project turnover package upon award of contract.
• Performs other related duties as assigned

  
  Qualifications:

• High School graduation plus post-secondary training in a relevant field. Engineering degree is an asset.
• A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience preferably gained in the civil construction industry including exposure to major projects.
• Ability to read, understand and interpret drawings and specifications.
• Proficiency in reviewing contract documents
• Strong verbal and written communication skills 
• Strong presentation skills.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and priorities, and to meet deadlines.
• Proficiency utilizing common business and estimating applications such as Microsoft Office products, Hard Dollar, Explorer or JD Edwards software.

  
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• This position is based out of Oakville with hybrid work an option
• Work from home is possible when compatible with the deliverables and when authorized by the manager.
• Occasional exposure to outdoor construction sites may be required.