Job Description

Our client is an reputable Canada wide General Contractor established for over 35 years- focusing on ICI sectors they have become one of the most collaborative and innovative builders.
  
The Senior Estimator is responsible for the accurate, timely preparation of full-cost estimates for projects to achieve an acceptable margin while providing the best opportunity to secure the business.

• Prepare and / or co-ordinate the preparation of full-cost estimates on Conceptual, Design-Build / Construction Management / IPD / Lump Sum or general tender work
• Obtain current pricing from subcontractors, suppliers and complete take-offs.
• Recommend/reject proposals and negotiate contracts
• Track estimated costs versus actual costs on awarded projects
• Manage take-offs, purchasing, material control and drawing interpretation and specifications to ensure projects are completed safely, on time and within budget
• Evaluate and recommend allowances for indirect costs, design unknowns, escalation and contingency
• Generate competitive bids for clients based on tendered pricing received and anticipated timelines

  
Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in construction/engineering or an appropriate field
• Ten or more years of experience in commercial construction estimating
• Able to read and interpret building specifications, blueprints and as-builds
• Mathematical and analytical skills necessary to develop material and labour estimates
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and Bluebeam

  
Additional Information

• 100% employee owned.
• Competitive wages
• Well rounded employer paid benefits program including health, dental, vision care and employee assistance program
• RRSP matching program to aid and prepare employees for long-term financial security
• Educational assistance for employees who wish to pursue job-performance enhancing education
• Recognition and annual salary reviews program
• Leadership conferences that allow employees to connect and collaborate
• Regular company-wide engagement opportunities