Chief Estimator

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Chief Estimator is responsible for planning, coordinating and directing the Estimating team for various electrical construction projects. This includes administering operating budgets, staffing, work assignments, salary and performance reviews. The Chief Estimator will also support and administer all department standards and procedures as well as be responsible for the final review and approvals of estimate packages. The Chief Estimator will coordinate with the Operations Manager and Division Manager for the selection of projects to pursue.

Company Overview

Since our inception in 1973, Western Pacific Enterprises, a subsidiary of MYR Group Inc, has successfully completed many electrical construction projects for commercial, industrial, and utility clients throughout Western Canada. Innovation and an enthusiasm for challenging projects have made WPE one of British Columbia’s largest electrical contractors.

We have built some of the most prominent fixtures of Vancouver and western Canada, including projects such as BC Place Arena, the Convention Centre, and the entire Skytrain System. Western Pacific Enterprises is proud of our sustainability focus, reducing our carbon footprint by operating as a completely paper-free environment and allowing employees the opportunity to be part of building something recognizable to everyone in your community.

Essential Functions

- Take on leadership functions within the Estimating department
- Review and evaluate requests for estimates, proposals and/or qualifications
- Prepare weekly bid calendar and ensure timely completion of estimates
- Review estimates and revisions for completeness and accuracy
- Maintain and improve precision database
- Develop and maintain cost data, including labor and equipment rates, installation methods and production rates
- Develop and maintain estimating procedures and guidelines
- Prepare reports as needed
- Set departmental budget
- Determine constructability requirements
- Lead, direct, and audit the work of assigned staff; act as a mentor
- Advise staff of company policy expectations
- Coordinate employee performance reviews
- Develop and maintain relationships with existing and new clients
- May develop training requirements for the estimating staff
- Regular and predictable attendance
- Other duties as assigned
- Essential functions of this position are to be performed in a Company-designated office or field location
- Understand and comply with the Company's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Policy and other industry-specific professional and ethical standards

ABOUT YOU

Qualifications

- Previous experience as a Lead or Senior level Estimator
- 10+ years of experience within the construction industry
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field; combination of relevant education and experience considered in lieu of degree

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

- Working knowledge of the N.E.C. and local codes
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and estimating software
- Team player with excellent analytical, organizational and communication skills
- Ability to read and understand civil, architectural, structural, mechanical, etc. plans and specifications to include blueprints, proposals and other documents

WHAT WE OFFER

Compensation & Benefits

- Salary, Commensurate with experience, paid weekly. Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. MYR Group reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.
- Medical, Basic Life, AD&D, Critical Illness, Long-term Disability, Dependent Coverage
- Extended Health, Prescription Drugs, and Paramedical Services
- Dental Health, Basic/Preventative and Major Coverage
- ThrivePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program - Twelve hundred dollars annually for health and wellbeing-related purchases.
- Annual Vacation starting at 10 days plus 5 paid Sick Days
- Superior educational assistance program (support for educational costs, internal training, and more).
- Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).

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