Estimator

Found in: Jooble CA O C2 - 1 week ago

Nova Scotia, Canada Municipal Group of Companies Full time

Dexter Construction: Estimator Position

Dexter Construction is a large, diversified Construction Company engaged in all major aspects of the heavy civil construction industry within the Atlantic Provinces. We are currently seeking an Estimator based out of Greenwich, NS.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
  1. Prepare cost estimates for construction projects and report to management.
  2. Reading plans and preparing quantity take-offs.
  3. Reading project specifications, geotechnical reports, and tender packages and incorporating relevant data into cost estimates.
  4. Meet at project sites with potential private clients to determine their needs, assess project scope, prepare sketches and cost estimates, and submit quotations for work.
  5. Liaise with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain pricing for construction projects.
  6. Communicate and collaborate with departmental leaders to stay abreast of construction needs, budgeting, and evaluation of possible bids.
  7. Work with the project management team to facilitate effective transition of new projects from the estimating phase to project execution as well as assisting the project management team with costing of change orders during construction.
  8. Any other duties as required.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, and Experience:
  • Education: Post-secondary education in a Construction Management program or Civil Engineering is preferred.
  • Experience: Experience in estimating municipal and private, small and large, civil construction and asphalt projects is an asset.
  • Team Work: Ability to work as part of an estimating team.
  • Software: Experience with estimating software is an asset.
  • Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Communication: The ability to communicate professionally and effectively with clients through email, telephone, and in person meetings.
  • Attitude: Professional attitude, punctual, assertive, and personable.
  • Judgment: High level of sound and independent judgment and reasoning.
  • Pressure Handling: Ability to operate under tight deadlines and respond in pressure situations with a calm demeanor and high sense of urgency.

A comprehensive pension and benefits package are offered with this position along with opportunities for advancement and training and development.

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