Construction Estimator
1 week ago
As a Senior Estimator with Michael Page, you will play a pivotal role in managing multiple tenders and overseeing all aspects of the estimate for large-scale construction projects. This dynamic position requires strong analytical skills, effective communication abilities, and a high level of organization.
About Our ClientMPI is a leading employee-owned General Contractor with a presence across Ontario, specializing in mid-to-large scale Institutional and Commercial (ICI) builds.
SalaryWe offer a competitive basic salary of up to $140,000, dependent on experience, plus an excellent bonus/profit share scheme, RRSP matching, and comprehensive health/dental benefits.
Job DescriptionKey Responsibilities:
- Review drawings and specifications to identify divisions of work
- Analyze plans and specifications to clarify location and document discrepancies
- Confirm site visits and arrange attendance as needed
- Organize plans and specifications for display and distribution
- Prepare pre-bid forms and summary sheets
- Fulfill bonding and insurance requests and submissions
- Compile sub-trade request lists for estimating assistants
- Solicit bidders and prepare sub-trade request lists for distribution
- Document special materials and prices requested
- Address RFI's internally and from sub-trades, logging responses
- Conduct cut-and-fill take-offs, excavation backfill, site servicing, formwork, and concrete quantities/pricing
- Work on unit-rate tenders and perform take-offs directly related to units
- Attend site visits, take photos, notes, and interact with owners/consultants
- Develop preliminary tender schedules based on major delivery dates, reviewing with our construction department
- Prepare closing sheets
- Identify risks or opportunities
- Prepare tender forms in advance
- Closure of divisions or more during tenders
- Perform Class D, C, B, and A budgets, interacting with clients
To succeed in this role, you will need:
- A proven ability to diagnose, analyze, and develop solutions to complex issues
- Analytical and strong problem-solving skills
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to multitask and prioritize various tasks with conflicting deadlines
You should have:
- An engineering or construction management degree, technical college diploma, or equivalent combination of technical training and/or related experience
- At least 4+ years of preconstruction/estimating experience on large-scale projects, preferably with an ICI focus
- Proven experience estimating on multiple high-value projects
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and Project
- The ability to successfully manage a tender call
- A thorough knowledge of all aspects of construction, industry practices, estimating/budgeting, scheduling, and safety requirements
We offer a range of benefits, including:
- A basic salary of up to $140,000, dependent on experience
- An excellent bonus/profit share scheme
- RRSP matching
- Comprehensive health/dental benefits
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