Civil Construction Estimator

6 months ago

Nanaimo, Canada Milner Group Ventures Full time

Milner Group is a busy, growing company, based in Nanaimo, BC. for over 55 years.

Joining our team means rolling up your sleeves and getting the job done amongst a diverse group of professionals, with a genuine dedication to quality, performance & growth. The Milner Group is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace where safety is a primary consideration in everything we do.

As the Senior Estimator, you will be part of a team to prepare civil cost estimates for various construction projects, and partner with management in bidding on and/or determining price of service. You’ll also provide leadership and oversight of all secured projects across Vancouver Island.

Although our head office is in Nanaimo, travelling to various job sites within Vancouver Island will be required. The Senior Estimator is also provided with additional items to support the duties required.
- **Wages based on experience. **_

Prepare civil cost estimates for various construction projects, to aid management in bidding on and/or determining price of service. Provide leadership and oversight of secured projects.

**Responsibilities & Duties**
- Selecting, preparing and managing trade contracts ad suppliers
- Proactively ensuring the projects are on time and within budget
- Project monitoring, scheduling and cost analysis
- Process shop drawings, RFI’s changes
- Communicate with owners, consultants, trades and staff proactively and in a professional manner to allow for efficient project completion
- Ensure project completion by consulting with clients, vendors, personnel in other departments as well as construction supervisors.
- Grow and maintain strong relationships with clients, vendors, and personnel
- Prepare and process monthly information and documents required for project costing and billing
- Assess cost effectiveness of products, projects or services, tracking actual costs relative to bids as the project develops
- Assist in conducting special studies to develop and establish standard hour and related cost data or to effect cost reduction or sub-contract components of current and future projects
- Assist in analyzing blueprints, construction drawings and other documentation to prepare project specific time, cost, materials, and labor estimates
- All other duties as assigned

**Required Skills**:

- Previous estimating experience preferred - minimum 3 to 5 years.
- Completion of Post-Secondary program with a focus on Civil Construction is an asset.
- Ability to ready and interpret civil construction drawings and perform a full material take off.
- Problem solving, critical thinking and decision-making abilities based on both creative and logical thinking.
- Strong communication at multiple levels of an organization.
- Resource management and high level multi-tasking capabilities.
- Experience with Microsoft Office to assist with bidding and administration of projects.
- Knowledge and experience working with Adobe, Auto CAD and/or Bluebeam is preferred.
- Flexibility to work extended hours if required.
- Valid BC Drivers license.

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

**Salary**: From $100,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

- This is a permanent position located in Nanaimo, BC. If you are not currently in the local area, briefly describe your timeline to relocate.

**Experience**:

- CIVIL construction estimating: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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