Senior Estimator

2 months ago


San Juan de Terranova, Canada COB_4228 Bird General Contractors Ltd. Full time

Senior Estimator

Where Greatness Grows
The greatest achievements in history are borne from the greatness within people – where human potential meets vision, and passion fuels evolution. Unlocking this potential is the most important thing we do at Bird.

As a leader in Canadian construction for over 100 years, the impact of our team is etched deeply within the core of our legacy. Beyond Bird, this impact is felt in the fundamental aspects of our everyday lives. From the critical infrastructure we depend on, to the energy and resources that keep us moving - we are powering our communities and shaping Canada’s skylines coast-to-coast.

Entrenched in the foundation of a culture built more than a century ago is an enduring quest to reimagine what is possible. Our impact is greater than ever, and we are looking for those who seek to redefine their story.

Join Our Dynamic Team

We are a dynamic team of over 5,000 with a range of professions, backgrounds, and areas of expertise. This breadth of diversity in people and opportunities is one of the greatest aspects of building your career with Bird. At Bird, you hold the pen, and you write your story. As you unlock your potential, you are surrounded by a team that supports you every step of the way.

Opportunity for Senior Estimator

Bird Heavy Civil is recruiting a Senior Estimator to join our team. If you are an experienced and qualified Estimator, seize this opportunity to work on projects that matter to you and to the communities in which we work.

Qualification:

  1. A degree/diploma in Civil Engineering, Civil Technology, or equivalent from a recognized institution.
  2. A minimum of 10 years’ experience working in a heavy civil construction environment.
  3. Extensive knowledge of earthworks, concrete, mining, and a working knowledge of heavy equipment.
  4. Thorough understanding of preparing estimates and budgets.
  5. Experience in contract and union labour agreements.
  6. Excellent administrative techniques including exceptional organizational, communication and people management skills.
  7. Strong computer skills are necessary, including an excellent knowledge of scheduling software such as Primavera, Microsoft Project as well as estimating software such as InEight, Bid2win, HCSS, etc.
  8. Adequate knowledge in Microsoft PowerPoint and Word and the ability to prepare professional proposals and presentations.
  9. Experience in working in a unionized environment and within terms of a collective agreement(s).
  10. Knowledge of standard Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) requirements and practices in the construction industry.
  11. Must have a valid driver’s license.
  12. Proficiency in both English and French considered an asset.

Duties:

  1. Provide support to ongoing project(s) to ensure the project(s) goals are realized.
  2. Review and/or calculate/estimate quantity take-offs, develop material price lists, labour costs, equipment, etc.
  3. Review project and contract specifications.
  4. Review construction drawings and specifications to determine layouts of structures, systems and material requirements.
  5. Review and/or prepare scopes of work and solicit pricing from suppliers.
  6. Review and/or prepare tender documents, proposals, schedules, and estimates.
  7. Review historical data such as purchase orders, subcontracts, productivity analysis reports, etc.
  8. Compile summary reports for the purpose of developing guidelines and data for future work and estimates.
  9. Assist in proposal presentations and reviews with clients.
  10. Maintain estimating files for back-up purposes.
  11. Assist in the monitoring of budgets and estimates against actual cost data.
  12. Support and promote the company’s Quality Assurance Program.
  13. Other duties as required.
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