Construction Estimator

1 week ago


Halifax, Canada Groupe Humaco Full time

**Company Description**

Humaco Acoustique specializes in the design and installation of interior systems such as drywall, metal framing, insulation, rough carpentry and acoustical ceilings. We are committed to providing a work environment that prioritizes people, offering work-life balance measures, social benefits, and competitive salaries. If you want to grow within a team that will give you the opportunity to thrive and form genuine friendships with your colleagues, you are reading the right job offer

**Role Description**

We are looking for someone who is not afraid to take on challenges. Our next colleague must be capable of **estimating projects of both small and large scale**. Additionally, they will be responsible for delivering the final result to the client as a **project manager or assisting the project manager.**

**Qualifications**
- Reading, analyzing, and interpreting plans and specifications
- Estimating material costs and labor costs
- Receiving, analyzing, and processing bids within the required deadlines
- Engaging with current and potential suppliers and subcontractors
- Ensuring clear communication regarding various costs and timelines
- Conducting site visits as needed
- Receiving suggestions and complaints from suppliers, subcontractors, and foremen regarding costs and timelines
- Ensuring compliance with the rules and expectations of the Humaco Group
- Collaborating with foremen and subcontractors on-site
- Presenting and closing bids
- Evaluating and presenting project risks and constraints to management
- Assessing and planning work methods for the smooth execution of tasks
- Producing and ensuring adherence to the project timeline
- Participating in the management of awarded contracts
- Managing costs and evaluating project profitability
- Responding to technical inquiries from job sites
- Participating in project meetings
- Evaluating and negotiating necessary changes or additions to each contract
- Preparing documentation for compensation requests and/or claims
- Performing any related tasks

**Profile Sought**
- Degree in estimation or an equivalent combination of training and experience
- Significant experience in estimation (3 to 5 years)
- Computer skills: Windows environment, MS Project, MS Office Suite (Word, Excel), Planswift
- Ability to read plans and specifications
- Autonomy, resourcefulness, and a sense of priorities
- Organizational skills and sense of responsibility
- Problem-solving abilities and quick, informed decision-making
- Adherence to deadlines, speed, and efficiency
- Professionalism and discretion
- Spoken language: Advanced English

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

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

**Experience**:

- construction estimating: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person


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