Estimator, Construction

2 weeks ago

Stoney Creek, Canada DeFaveri Construction Inc. Full time

With four decades of experience in building projects and strengthening relationships, DeFaveri Construction Group remains committed to evolving and exceeding client expectations. Either within the ground or complete to the roof, DeFaveri leverages insight and expertise through its Construction and Management divisions to remove client barriers and create opportunities. Clients return to DeFaveri, for its consistent and effective approach to project delivery, no matter the model of contract or service required. Clients expect the best, and DeFaveri strives to deliver on its promise from start to finish.

Where other contracting companies struggle with corporate branding, DeFaveri has learned that its brand as a corporation is represented through the reward and recognition of its employees. The success of its employees is the success of the company.

**What we offer**:

- Reputable Company in the community
- Competitive compensation
- Bonus program
- Outstanding benefits
- Competitive RRSP contributions
- Continuing education and training opportunities

The Estimator, Construction position will primarily be responsible for preparing estimates for multiple projects in the DeFaveri General Contracting divisions. This position will prepare take-offs and estimates of probable costs to contribute to the teams’ sales and profit target objectives.

**What you’ll be doing**:

- Under the direction of the President and the Senior Estimating team, calculate quantity takeoffs, material price lists, labour, and equipment costs.
- Update takeoffs for changes in drawings, addendum, or other job specifications; report changes to the President.
- Prepare budget and Company price estimates and detailed specifications on construction work for the client.
- Work in the office and occasionally spend time on construction sites reviewing projects to price and progress objectives.
- Obtain price estimates from vendors and subcontractors and negotiate and solicit bid prices.
- Ensure that price quotes are prepared for and received by potential clients.
- Organize drawings and all other job documentation, both electronically and as a paper copy.
- Maintain job files, responsible for the proper filing system.
- Exercise strong focus to meet deadlines, strong attention to detail, strong organization skills and problem-solving aptitude.

**Performance Requirements include**:

- Maintain a network of effective relationships and coordinate closely with Vice Presidents, Project Coordinators, clients, Subcontractors, suppliers, and other employees.
- Maintain expertise regarding legislation, standards and codes affecting mechanical contracting.
- Maintain a working knowledge of current and emerging technological changes as they are affecting the mechanical contracting sector.
- Ensure that estimating assumptions include provisions for a safe working environment.

**What we require**:

- A University Degree or Diploma in Construction Estimation, Engineering (CET, Civil), construction management, or a related discipline would be preferred.
- Master of Engineering (Civil) is considered an asset.
- Minimum of three (3) years of estimating experience in ICI, obtaining drawings, electronic files, and all other documentation required to prepare project takeoffs and cost estimates.
- Ability to read blueprints, schematics, field drawings, and plans.
- Detailed understanding of means and methods and construction sequences.
- The personality and necessary skills to work with diverse groups, including clients, suppliers, and subcontractors, and maintain these working relationships.
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite, Bid2Win software, PlanSwift software, Timberline estimating software and the ability to learn and utilize new programs (CMIC, 4S Safety).
- Valid driver’s licence in good standing.

As part of our commitment to inclusivity, diversity, equity and accessibility, our goal is a workforce built on respect that reflects the communities we serve. We thank all applicants for their interest in DeFaveri Construction Group but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are proud to be in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), 2005 and the Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulation. We are happy to honour accommodations at any part of the recruitment process and invite you to let us know how we can help.

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