Cost Estimator

6 months ago


Ottawa, Canada Black & McDonald Limited Full time

**BUILD YOUR CAREER AT BLACK & MCDONALD**

Black & McDonald is an integrated, multi‑trade service provider that safely delivers high quality construction, facilities management, and technical solutions. We are a family-owned and family-run company that employs thousands of highly skilled and talented professionals across North America. With over 100 years of diverse market experience, we are a forward‑thinking organization with a strong track record of delivering operational excellence and customer-focused solutions that stand the test of time.

**ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY**

Black & McDonald's Ottawa team is growing If you are an analytical and collaborative professional searching for the opportunity to build a solid foundation for your career, this position is for you. The Estimator is located in Ottawa, Ontario and reports directly to the Estimating Manager.

Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

- Prepare estimates of cost of materials, labour and equipment for construction projects based on contract drawings/specifications, quotations, schematic drawings and specifications.
- Coordinates price packages with suppliers, subcontractors, owners, designers and architects regarding tenders.
- Participates in site review, tender review, tender hand-off, project closing and operational/sector meetings with various stakeholders - ie. senior estimator, operational staff, and purchasing - as required.
- Prepare and maintain a directory of suppliers, contractors and subcontractors.
- Liaise, consult and communicate with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors, and prepare economic feasibility studies on changes and adjustments to cost estimates.
- Conduct material and equipment purchasing for secured jobs.
- Update and maintains estimating database.

**COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS**
- Change Orientation
- Communicates Effectively
- Continuous Learning
- Customer Focus
- Holds Self and Others Accountable
- Problem Solving and Innovation
- Teamwork and Collaboration

**EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS**
- Post-secondary education in Engineering or Business/Commerce.

**WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS**
- 3-5 years' experience in the construction industry.

**SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS**
- Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Project).


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