Estimator (Civil Construction)

3 weeks ago

Surrey, British Columbia, Canada Jacob Bros Construction Full time
Job Title: Estimator (Civil Construction)

At Jacob Bros Construction, we are seeking a skilled Estimator to join our team. As an Estimator, you will play a crucial role in preparing accurate estimates for our civil construction projects.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Prepare complete estimates for projects, including analyzing specifications, proposals, and other documentation.
  • Assist in devising potential bid strategies for competitive tender projects and provide technical input regarding project and contract risks.
  • Accurately determine scopes of work and conceptual estimates by drawing on experience, reviewing proposal specifications, drawings, and attending pre-bid meetings.
  • Calculate complete takeoff of scopes of work, including material quantity requirements from engineering drawings based on first principles estimating.
  • Assist in review of final estimate to ensure alignment with project schedule and cost goals.
  • Assist with design review options and recommend best solution based on cost, engineering quality, or availability of materials.
  • Identify risk issues and the order of magnitude.
  • Demonstrate strong knowledge of local construction materials and techniques.
  • Recommend new approaches and ideas to drive continuous improvement within the Estimating department.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or combination of relevant experience and education.
  • One (1) + years estimating experience in the ICI or civil construction industry.
  • Demonstrate strong understanding of first principles estimating methodology.
  • Experience preparing estimates for civil construction including earthworks, utilities, and structural concrete, and/or all manner of buildings construction including wood frame, steel frame, steel stud, concrete tilt-up, etc.
  • Knowledge of HCSS Heavy Bid Estimating Software or similar, familiarity with CAD and MS Project Suite.
  • Demonstrated history of successful bid results in a deadline-driven, fast-paced environment.
  • Legally eligible to work for any employer in Canada.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
  • Previous estimating experience with a local, mid-tier civil general contractor.
Work Environment:

The Estimator works out of the corporate head office and is occasionally required to travel to off-site construction facilities and project sites.

Your Rewards:
  • Competitive compensation packages
  • Group Medical, Extended Health and Dental Plan
  • Matched RRSP contribution
  • Eligibility for Profit Sharing Program
  • Three weeks vacation
  • New 50,000 square foot office and maintenance facility in South Surrey with full gym and on-site personal trainer
  • 5 Year Service Award (Trip for two anywhere in North America)
  • Eligibility for $2000 Referral Bonus Program

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