Construction Cost Estimator

2 months ago

Toronto, Ontario, Canada Canadian Tire Corporation Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Chief Estimator to join our team at Canadian Tire Corporation. As a key member of our construction team, you will be responsible for providing accurate and detailed estimates for construction projects, ensuring that our company's capital expenditures are managed effectively.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement corporate estimating policies and procedures to ensure consistency and accuracy in estimating.
  • Generate and implement new cost management and cost tracking techniques to optimize capital expenditure.
  • Prepare project-specific construction estimates for Real Estate Committee and Capital Expenditure approval.
  • Prepare estimates for comparison of alternate design layouts and value engineering proposals.
  • Provide up-to-date construction information and costing data to the Real Estate Development Department.
  • Closely review and evaluate tenders, and prepare tender submission approval documentation.
  • Perform construction analysis, comparing actual costs to planned costs on completed projects, and document, extrapolate, and tabulate information to establish construction industry pricing trends.
  • Stay up-to-date with current construction market trends and practices relating to labor, materials, and their impact on construction costs and schedules.
  • Ensure risk, contingencies, and escalation allowances are documented and updated regularly.
  • Prepare final accounts on completed projects to reconcile between estimates and actual expenditures.
  • Prepare and maintain cost files on completed projects to allow for the preparation of estimates and comparison on future projects.
  • Fulfill the role of project comptroller for CTREL facilitated corporate special projects, monitor and track overall construction budget.
  • Develop reporting tracking tools, generate cost reports, and forecast cash flow for CTREL special projects.
  • Conduct training and provide guidance to other estimators.
  • Travel is required.
Requirements
  • A University degree (bachelor's/master's) or equivalent in a related field, with a proven track record and formal training in all areas of estimating, quantity take-off, pricing, scheduling, subtrade negotiation, tender closings, preconstruction services, and post-tender development procurement.
  • Designation from one or more of the following: The Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors, The Canadian Institute of Quantity Surveyors, and The American Association of Cost Engineers.
  • Demonstrated experience in project development methodology.
  • Proficiency in preparing elemental and divisional concept estimates from minimal information.
  • Proficiency in and knowledge of MS Office suite, MS Project, Bluebeam, and Power BI.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong analytical ability, and an understanding of business to recommend new ways of using integrated reporting information.
  • Self-motivation, commitment to a team spirit to achieve objectives, ability to work independently, and ability to prioritize workload to meet the demanding needs of an aggressive building program.
  • Ability to deliver effective presentations to Senior Management.
  • Demonstrated ability to build teams and to recruit, motivate, develop, and retain staff.
  • Minimum of 3 years' experience in a leadership role.
  • Ability to manage competing priorities effectively in a team-oriented environment.
  • Creative and courageous, with the ability to manage in an environment of change and ambiguity to help us take bold, strategic moves in this rapidly evolving retail environment.
  • Minimum 10 years postgraduate work experience.
  • Actual construction cost consulting experience would be a definite asset.
About Us

Canadian Tire Corporation is one of the most admired and respected companies in Canada. We have over 90 owned brands, 1,700 retail locations, financial services, exceptional e-commerce capabilities, and innovative merchandising strategies. We have big dreams and work together to innovate specifically for our customers at all levels of our activities, investing in new technologies and products, and doubling down on talent to drive the business forward. We offer competitive salaries to Canadian Tire Corporation employees, as well as in-store discounts, learning opportunities through the Triangle Learning Academy, profit-sharing programs, and retirement and savings plans for eligible employees. As part of our enhanced flexible benefits program, we offer $5,000 per year in mental health and overall well-being benefits to eligible employees and their families, as well as mental health tools and resources for all employees.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging

We are committed to fostering an environment where a sense of belonging thrives, and diversity, inclusion, and equity are integral to everything we do. We believe in creating an organizational culture where people are treated with dignity at all times, respecting their religion, nationality, sex, race, age, perceived ability, language spoken, sexual orientation, and identity. We are united in our goal of being here to contribute to improving life in Canada.

Accommodations

We hold dear our fundamental value of inclusion. We welcome and encourage candidates from equity-seeking groups, such as racialized people, Indigenous peoples, 2SLGBTQIA+ community members, women, people with disabilities, and others. If you require accommodations to apply for this position or during the interview, please let us know when you contact us, and we will work with you to meet your needs.

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