Lead Estimator

3 weeks ago


Vancouver, Canada FCC Construcción Full time

About FCC Construcción

FCC Construcción is a leading international player in the engineering and infrastructure sector. As a global company, we have over a century of history and a highly diversified business portfolio that includes construction, environmental services, end-to-end water management, and concessions for large infrastructure projects.

With a presence in Canada for over 25 years, we have successfully completed numerous innovative subway infrastructure projects, including the Highway 407 stations and Northern Tunnels for the Toronto York Spadina Subway Line Expansion, as well as the construction, operation, and maintenance of the Fredericton Moncton Highway.

We are currently experiencing exponential growth in our Canadian operations. Our portfolio includes prominent projects such as the GO Rail Expansion-On Corridor Project, the Scarborough Subway Extension Stations, Rail, and Systems Project, and the transformative Pape Tunnel and Underground Stations section of the Ontario Line.

We are also excited to announce our involvement in the Cross Fraser Partnership for the Fraser River Tunnel Project, a significant initiative that will enhance transportation throughout the Greater Vancouver Region.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of these groundbreaking projects and advance your career in a dynamic and innovative environment.

Main Responsibilities

  • Responsible for accuracy of bid cost created in Hard Dollar estimating software.
  • Analyze documents, drawings, specifications, and proposals, in preparation for pricing.
  • Visit project sites prior to price preparation.
  • Obtain input from operations staff as appropriate.
  • Perform quantity take-off from construction drawings where applicable.
  • Support the process to obtain pricing from suppliers and subcontractors and incorporate into estimate.
  • Formulate costs for tender submission – labour, equipment, material, rentals, and subcontracts.
  • Good understanding of risks relevant to scope of works priced.
  • Manage the handover process upon award of project.
  • Maintain files and correspondence on active and completed tenders.
  • Assist with Post Bid / Post Project Analysis completion and ensure that associated learning and communication takes place.
  • Comply with Estimating process / procedure and consistency.
  • Maintain positive relationships with Clients, Consultants, and key subcontractors.
  • Protect all forms of proprietary information.
  • Maintain Estimating data systems to ensure they are kept up to date.

Required Skills and Qualifications

  • A bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field is preferred.
  • 6 - 10 years of progressive estimating experience in heavy civil construction, track, highway, tunnel, or related disciplines is required.
  • Knowledge and/or experience of the highway industry and/or marine works environment is preferred.
  • Proficiency using MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access) is essential.
  • Estimating software experience required, ideally using Bid2Win.
  • An understanding of site conditions impacting bid costs and constructability.
  • Knowledge of various types of construction contracts (particularly Cost Reimbursable, Target, and Guaranteed Maximum Price.)

Job Requirements

  • Conduct thorough quantity take-offs and prepare Bill of Quantities (BOQs) independently.
  • Understanding of the job handover process (from estimating to operations).
  • Attention to detail, mathematical and analytical skills, and accuracy.
  • Ability to work under pressure, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines for normal functions and special assignments.
  • Ability to work effectively within a team environment.
  • Skilled at building positive working relationships with internal and external clients.
  • Good listening and communication skills.
  • Ability to work in a collaborative manner.

Work Environment

FCC Construcción is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive culture which promotes gender equity and the recruitment of all under-represented groups in all levels of its workforce. We offer a competitive salary range of $130,000-$170,000 CAD per annum, along with an extensive employee benefits program. This position is located in Vancouver, BC.


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