Construction Estimator

6 months ago


Surrey, Canada RWC Systems Full time

RWC is an established and successful business with 45 years of experience. Our trusted reputation is based on honesty, integrity and delivering results. We say what we mean, and we do what we say.

As we continue to build strong, long-term relationships with our clients, contractors, suppliers, employees, and their families, we strengthen our community impact and drive success within others. Our growth remains focused on developing and deepening our profile and presence, grow relationships, and expand our capacity in a safe work environment.

**A Day in the Life of an Estimator at RWC**

Be apart of designing your community From the bustling downtown core all the way to Northern British Columbia you will be involved in championing our construction estimates across all of our sites including Amazon HQ, YVR Airport, University of British Columbia, Parq Casino, Emily Carr University, New St. Paul's Hospital, Willowbrook Mall and much more You will be able to take pride in owning projects and seeing them come to life We are looking for an Estimator with a “roll up the sleeves” attitude who will be spearheading our construction bid process.

**Primary Responsibilities**
- Review incoming tender documents, drawings, specifications, & scope of work
- Simultaneously work on budgets and tenders as per GC requirements
- Oversee and manage all aspects of the estimating and pre-construction process, from estimate preparation, subcontractor solicitation, through to subcontract buyout / contracting
- Conduct thorough analysis of tender drawings and prepare detailed takeoffs
- Perform material & quantity take-offs
- Work with suppliers to determine prices and material type
- Simultaneously working on budgets & tenders
- Setup On-Screen Take-offs (Winbid) files
- Liaison with General Contractor regarding RFI’s and Change Orders
- Attend site visits to gather client & material information
- Add specifics work on ceilings send to suppliers
- Prepare estimate summary sheet and tender documents
- Work in tandem with the project team during tender process to manage General Contractor expectations
- Work with clients during tender process and complete all required revisions to achieve IFC stage
- IFT / Handover stage items -budgets (discuss at handover stage access, material, labour, cleanup)
- Intuitively be able to identify unclear details and rectify
- Summarize & review proposals with the management team
- Help with estimate breakout with pre-construction
- Participate in initial handoff meetings, production meetings and project analyses
- Time & task management c/w weekly reporting
- Analyze and identify key areas of improvement to drive sales GP
- Calculate costs by analyzing labour, material, and time requirements based on drawings and specifications
- Maintain a high level of customer service and responsiveness with existing clients & General Contractors
- Work in tandem with the project management team to drive project success through the duration of the project with scope clarifications, budgets and cost analysis
- Prepare and maintain a directory of suppliers, contractors, and subcontractors
- Continuously update unit pricing & labour costs in partnership with accounting & finance
- Perform post mortem meetings for completed projects to understand job profitability and how to create stronger estimates

**Skills and Qualifications**
- Post-secondary education, diploma or certificate in construction or a related field
- Proficient English language and communication skills
- Proficient in MS Office products
- Resourceful, organized with an engineering aptitude
- Building technology, and OST training and/or experience desirable
- Prior work experience in the construction industry is considered an asset

**Why work at RWC?**
- Competitive salary
- Professional development opportunities with paid tuition
- On-going commitment to training and development through the RWC Training Academy
- Collaborate, innovative, and fast paced working environment
- Company paid benefits including extended health, dental & vision care
- Easy Fridays
- Daily snacks provided by the company
- Paid sick days
- Frequent company events
- Opportunity to work on large complex projects


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