Construction Estimator

3 weeks ago

Toronto Ontario, Ontario, Canada Govan Brown & Associates Full time

WHO WE ARE

Govan Brown is a national construction firm headquartered in Toronto. Our expertise is in commercial interiors and core & shell construction. Since 1994, we’ve demonstrated excellence through our commitment to exceptional service, quality work and innovation. We provide an environment that engages our people, encourages strong work ethics, fosters growth and development, and supports the communities in which we work. Govan Brown is recognized as one of Canada's Best Managed Companies and one of Canada's Top 40 Contractors.


COOL PERKS WE OFFER

  • Summer hours: Get a head start on your weekends from Victoria Day through Thanksgiving
  • Fun Team and Volunteer Events: Enjoy the opportunity to socialize with team members at events and volunteer activities within the community.
  • Service and Referral Rewards: We appreciate our employees’ commitment to our success and growth through various creative rewards, (including a personalized bobblehead for a key milestone)
  • Green space: Enjoy the fresh air and amazing view from our outdoor space, patio and BBQ facilities. And let’s not forget our beloved bees (affectionately known as The GBees).
  • Professional Development & training: Expand your knowledge through various internal training programs and support of your professional certification goals.
  • Health & Dental benefits: Such as prescription drug coverage, medical services, dental and vision as well as a Health Spending Account of $750 (minimum) to use as you like to top up our benefit programs.
  • Our Workplace: On-site gym, games room, weekly fruit deliveries and free on-site parking.
  • Family-Friendly Environment: Our culture extends beyond our employees with family friendly events and we furry friends are welcomed at our office.
  • Wellness & Life Balance: Through our Employee Assistance Program we offer wellness tools for employees and their families, as well as a minimum of 3 weeks of vacation.
  • Investing in your future: We offer a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 5% match and an Employee Share Purchase Program (ESPP).
  • Safety: We prioritize safety at GB, with daily safety activities woven into our operations and safety programming throughout the year. We also offer a $400 Boot Allowance every two years to ensure employees have access to CSA approved safety boots.


OUR OPPORTUNITY

Our Building Group (Toronto) team is growing and we're looking for an Estimator with over 5 years of experience working on major, complex ground up and repositioning projects in the industrial, commercial, and institutional sector. This is an exciting opportunity to leverage your existing relationships with local sub-trades and your knowledge of local market conditions to contribute to the company’s success.


Your responsibilities will include:


  • Estimate and support pre-construction for specified projects within the GB Building Group.
  • Prepare detailed estimates (conceptual, schematic, design development, construction) and/ or prepare accurate preliminary construction budgets to include subcontractor scopes, bids analysis.
  • Ensure that the estimates, including general conditions, are accurate, complete and reflect the actual requirements of the project.
  • Provide clients with package of pricing, scope letters, schedule and lead times; communicate quotes and budget status of the project with subcontractors, clients and team members.
  • Confirm actual site conditions of projects by conducting site surveys and in collaboration with project team make recommendations to the client and design members on best approach and advising on constructability issues during preconstruction.
  • Build and maintain positive working relationships with clients, designers, architectural, structural, civil, and MEP engineers, consultants, subcontractors, vendors and other project team members.
  • Play a key role in securing new work by participating in RFP responses, proposals and presentations.
  • Represent Govan Brown at all times in a professional manner that is consistent with the company’s values, including maintaining current project-specific knowledge, being prepared for project meetings, proactively communicating with the project team, and meeting deadlines and commitments.
  • Keep current on changes in trends in methods of construction and materials, construction costs, wage rates, fringes and working rules.


WHAT YOU BRING

  • Post-secondary degree/diploma in engineering, construction management, architecture, or related field.
  • 5+ years experience of demonstrated success in estimating major, complex ground up and repositioning projects in the ICI sector.
  • Knowledge of construction management, lump sum and design build contracts.
  • Strong relationships with local sub-trades and knowledge of local market conditions.
  • Ability to pull apart drawings and technical specs with a solid understanding of trade scope of work.
  • Relationship savvy and interpersonal skills to demand the respect of all stakeholders.
  • Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and meet competing deadlines.
  • Proficiency in computerized estimating and quantity take-off programs, as well as Microsoft Office programs, particularly Excel.


YOUR WORKING CONDITIONS AND ENVIRONMENT

  • Primary work location is 108 Vine Avenue, Toronto with potential for work-related travel.
  • Exposure to construction work site environment in all seasons.
  • On-site and in-office. This is not a hybrid or remote role.


Govan Brown is an equal opportunity employer, and we would like to thank all applicants for their interest. Please note that we will only be contacting the candidates under consideration.

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