Estimator/project Coordinator

6 months ago

Burlington, Canada The Forest Group Full time

**Estimator/Project Coordinator**

Experience level: Junior

Awarded one of Canada’s Best Managed companies, **The Forest Group** is a vertically integrated diversified group of companies offering exterior construction material supply and services within the Greater Toronto Area. Focused on asphalt paving, concrete, landscape construction and other exterior construction, Forest has provided quality solutions for over 30 years.

We are currently looking for a full time **Estimator/Project Coordinator** to join our growing team

Our ideal hire would have an in-depth understanding of construction management procedures and experience in planning, scheduling, and assessing project specific needs such as materials, licenses, permits, and equipment. We are looking for a motivated self starter to add to our talented estimation team.

**_As a Estimator/Project Coordinator, you will be responsible for:_**
- Estimating cost of materials, labour and equipment for construction projects based on contract bids, quotations, schematic drawings and specifications.
- Accurately interpreting detailed technical specifications for bid documents.
- Full quantity take-offs, ensuring timely and accurate estimates, proposals and bid documents.
- Adhering to the tendering process and setting up cost monitoring reporting systems and procedures.
- Generating Requests for Information (RFIs) to the Client/Engineer of Record on scope elements related to construction package. Lead the response and closure of associated RFI’s.
- Gathering quotes from various subcontractors and suppliers and implementing them into bids.
- Collaboratively completing the full-cycle bid process.
- Serving as the primary point of contact to clients during the entire bidding process.
- Assembling all elements of an estimate including a lead sheet to summarize all the elements.
- Debriefing with the Chief Estimator after award of contract/job to discuss quoted material.
- Participating in presentation of estimates/proposals to senior management.
- Preparing change orders as required.
- Ensuring compliance with all client requirements, processes, and metrics.
- Communicating all customer requests and needs to appropriate team members.
- Participating in project development activities including scope definition and clarification, pre-construction planning, control estimate development.
- Follow awarded contracts, estimate extra work and change orders
- Negotiate and award contracts
- Prepare cost and expenditure statements and forecasts at regular intervals for the duration of a project
- Contract administer the projects, including preparation of contracts and purchase orders, tracking project costs, attending site meetings, ordering materials, client invoicing, dispute resolution, and other related project management tasks.
- Project manage your won projects.
- During project performance; liaise, consult and communicate with Site Supervisors for cost maintenance and future pricing; provide pricing and cost assistance for requested potential changes in scope.
- 2+ years’ relevant experience in estimating in the construction industry preferably in Road projects and infrastructure projects.
- A University Degree or College Diploma in Engineering or Construction Management or a combination of education and industry experience
- Experience using Bid2Win (B2W) estimation software is considered an asset
- Knowledge of and experience using CostX is considered an asset
- Proficiency with HeavyBid software is considered an asset
- Previous experience with quantity takeoff and estimating experience using HeavyBid, Timberline, Chief Estimator or MC2 Software, Hard Bid, AutoCAD, MicroStation.
- Experience in P3 procurement processes is an asset
- Experience with Microsoft Project
- Strong computer skills and an enthusiasm for innovation
- A proven track record of project coordination and team collaboration
- Ability to adapt to changing market conditions
- Effective communication skills
- Excellent analytical and planning skills
- Excellent time management skills
- Effective problem-solving skills
- Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail
- Ability to multitask and prioritize various tasks with conflict deadlines.

**_Why join The Forest Group?_**
- We offer a competitive salary with the potential for a performance-based bonus.
- We provide a competitive benefits package including but not limited to; medical, dental, vision, and additional benefits (i.e massage, physiotherapy, etc.).
- We offer a registered retirement savings plan (RRSP) with employer matching.
- Opportunity for significant career development due to continual growth.
- A strong company culture and work life balance.

The Forest Group is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome people of any age, culture, subculture, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnicity, race, size, mental or physical status, veteran status, religion, language, political opinion, wor

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