Estimator - Buildings Division

3 weeks ago


Edmonton AB, Canada Graham Full time

About Graham

Graham is an employee-owned construction solutions partner that services the buildings, industrial, infrastructure, water, and project finance sectors. We deliver lasting value for our clients through meticulous planning and scheduling, while upholding rigorous safety and quality standards. With offices throughout North America, our passionate and knowledgeable teams deliver projects that enable communities to thrive and people to live, work, move, and grow in a rapidly changing world. With over nine decades of experience, Graham has the resources, capacity, and expertise to undertake projects of every scope, scale, and complexity. Join our team to deliver a better tomorrow.

We are seeking top-tier talent to join our Buildings division and deliver innovative projects in the healthcare, education, hospitality, recreational, entertainment, retail, commercial office, mixed-use, multi-family residential, and light industrial sectors. As a member of this collaborative team, you can expect a safe, diverse, and inclusive environment, and ongoing learning and career development opportunities.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Estimate Manager, the Estimator assists, supports, or leads the estimating team on higher complexity project pursuits and may also be solely responsible for estimating Level 2 (< $25M) projects with oversight from a Senior Estimator. The incumbent is accountable for determining project scopes, providing accurate quantifying/costing, managing deadlines, and mentoring junior team members. They possess the ability to interpret all tender documents, work collaboratively, and communicate clearly with the Graham team and trade partners. The incumbent has basic knowledge of market conditions and historical data required to actively participate in developing strategies to secure work and compile conceptual estimates.

Essential Functions
  1. Execution
    • Determine the project scope of work.
    • Set up and complete estimate in the company's standard estimating program.
    • Prepare preliminary construction schedules based on self-perform productivities and subcontractor input to determine project duration and resulting overhead costs.
    • Complete estimate quantification and draft costing of labor, equipment, material, and subtrade plugs.
    • Identify and develop constructability requirements for project construction.
    • Analyze design criteria and recommend best options based on cost, engineering quality, and material availability.
    • Identify project risks, propose mitigation strategies, and suggest opportunities for cost savings.
    • Participate in bid close and assemble conceptual and budget costs using past project analytics.
  2. Planning and Process
    • Prepare an estimate schedule of all activities required to complete a fully quantified and costed estimate.
    • Lead a small team of support estimators and operational staff, ensuring quality and timely completion of work.
  3. Financial Accountabilities
    • Provide accurate risk assessments for completed estimates.
    • Generate and assess risk mitigation plans, select trade partners, and manage contingencies.

If this sounds like you, then Graham may be the right fit. Apply today. Graham is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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