Construction Estimator

1 week ago

Surrey, British Columbia, Canada Colony Construction Full time

At Colony Construction, Building Happiness is our ethos. Founded in 1985, we've evolved from a modest steel builder to a global leader in heavy industrial buildings. In 2015, we became a full-service general contractor with self-perform labor crews, ensuring transparency and trust. With 38 years in the industry and over 600 projects worldwide, our growth is driven by our dedicated team's expertise and attention to detail.

We believe that the strength of a company lies in its people. We are fortunate to have an extremely motivated and dedicated team that brings expertise and attention to detail in every project we undertake.

Core Values:

  • Do what you say you're going to do
  • Success is in the Details
  • Learn today, succeed tomorrow
  • Happy to help
  • Do the right thing
  • Go Home Healthy

Our Mission: We build a better world through collaboration, competence, and care.

Purpose of this Position: This role involves producing accurate, competitive, and low-risk estimates and drafting proposals for active construction bids using Colony's established tools and procedures.

Expected Results:

  • Maximize the accuracy of cost estimates
  • Maximize dollars estimated
  • Maximize conversion rate of bids through competitive estimates
  • Maximize profitability of estimates
  • Maximize client satisfaction throughout bid phases leading to repeat future bid requests and return customers

Qualifications:

  • At least 3 years of relevant work experience in estimating, with 1-2 years of general contracting experience (essential).
  • Basic knowledge of civil, concrete, mechanical, and electrical scope of work.
  • A degree in construction management, estimating, engineering, mathematics, or business administration is preferred.
  • Strong quantitative and analytical skills, proficiency in mathematics.
  • Familiarity with estimating software and CAD programs is an asset.
  • Solid understanding of the construction industry, including techniques, materials, and regulations.
  • Effective communication skills to interact with project managers, clients, suppliers, and other stakeholders.
  • Ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment.
  • Experience in industrial steel buildings and concrete tilt-up projects is an asset.

Responsibilities:

  • Attend client meetings as required pre-bid or post-bid (virtually or in-person).
  • Review tender drawings and specifications in detail. Develop RFIs for the Proposal Sales Manager (PSM) or Chief Estimator (CE) to issue to the client.
  • Read proposed Prime Contract terms and conditions. Flag any terms that Colony should be aware of prior to submitting the proposal.
  • Choose major subcontractors and suppliers for each project. Draft scopes of work and create detailed RFQs. Call, email, follow-up, and field questions where necessary.
  • Enter building designs into pre-engineered manufacturer's pricing software and run Simple Trade Off thermal calculations for wall and roof systems when required.
  • Obtain multiple prices for scopes requiring competitive pricing and/or risk mitigation.
  • Maintain Colony proposal folders in an orderly fashion and in accordance with Colony file-saving procedures.
  • Create competitive advantages for Colony through innovative thinking and value engineering.
  • Prepare estimates, draft proposals, construction schedules, execution plans, safety documents, and other technical customer-requested bid forms.
  • Organize estimates into logical cost codes.
  • Present all proposal documents to PSM and CE in final estimate review meetings prior to submittal.
  • Maintain a database of budgetary unit prices for all scopes and divisions to be used as plug numbers when required.
  • Prepare for and attend Project Handover Meetings. Ensure any non-standard vendor payment terms are flagged for discussion and that all prices are valid for a minimum of 2 weeks after the date of handover.
  • Support Project Managers in interpreting estimates during the project execution phase. Estimate substantial changes in scope for projects during execution.
  • Develop and maintain win-win relationships with vendors. Understand who is best suited for what type of work in a particular region.
  • Provide feedback to vendors to help improve future bids while maintaining high ethical standards.
  • Maintain the Colony trade/vendor database, adding new trades/vendors and updating information as needed.
  • Protect Colony's interests both legally and financially against suppliers, subcontractors, and clients.
  • Ensure everyone working on Colony projects goes home healthy.
  • Ensure complete client satisfaction with the ultimate goal of creating repeat customers.

Interested? Apply immediately, as we will be interviewing soon

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