Estimator

3 weeks ago


Calgary, Canada FWD Construction Ltd. Full time

About Us

FWD is a small local general contractor based out of Calgary. We provide construction strategies and solutions for a variety of commercial disciplines including Retail, Industrial, Office and Recreational. We pride ourselves on being the contractor of choice by demonstrating trust, honesty and integrity every step of the way.
- Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

- Determine the project scope of work
- Source and conduct a detailed analysis of subtrade quotes to ensure competitive pricing
- Analyze contract documents and specifications to determine project requirements and identify risk
- Complete full quantity take-off of labour, equipment, and materials to complete the project per contract specifications
- Set-up and complete estimate following Company estimating procedures
- Prepare preliminary construction schedules
- Identify and develop constructability requirements for project construction
- Assist in recommending best options based on cost, engineering quality and availability of materials
- Identify and propose project risk and cost mitigation
- Analyze subcontractor bids to ensure the full scope of the work is included
- Develop scopes of work for subcontractors to provide budgeting assistance to project teams
- Prepare a schedule of activities required to complete a cost estimate
- Support operational staff, assisting with the planning of their time and overseeing delegation and quality of work
- Provide accurate assessments of risk and scope for completed estimates
- Generate and assess risk mitigation plans including proper bonding and insurance
- Other duties as assigned
- Preparing company general conditions for projects to determine costs
- Read drawings and specifications
- Preliminary discussions with consultants and ownership
- Ongoing project financial management
- Create and submit change orders to clients and consultants

About You
- Post-secondary education, preferably in business or engineering, or equivalent combination of technical training plus experience
- 3-5 years of prior estimating experience on commercial projects is required/asset
- Proven ability to read and interpret construction documents and drawings
- Proficiency in the use of MS Office, scheduling software (ie.Procore)
- Knowledge of key principles involved in bid preparation, including quantity take off procedures, sub-trade procurement, pricing and bid-closing procedures
- Strong comprehension of tender documents, specifications and drawings
- Clear and professional written communication
- Strong ability to organize and prioritize
- Personal vehicle and class 5 licence to drive to site walkthroughs.

What FWD offers:

- $65k -$95K based on previous experience
- Benefits
- 3 weeks paid vacation to start
- Professional and career development opportunities
- Strong commitment to safety in the workplace
- Casual work environment

FWD Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by country, regional or local law. Employment selection decisions are based solely on merit, qualifications, and abilities.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $65,000.00-$95,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company car
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

- Please indicate your salary expectations:
**Experience**:

- construction: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: One location


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