Construction Estimator

4 days ago


Burnaby, Canada Matra Construction Inc. Full time

Join a team that **loves what they do** and the people they do it with. This is an Estimator position within our estimating and business development team, focused on bidding and procuring commercial construction projects. We are seeking an experienced professional with a strong background in **commercial general estimating**, particularly within the **construction tenant improvement sector**, to join our team. Our head office is located in North Burnaby with worksites throughout BC; the majority of the work is in the Lower Mainland.

Applicants will be expected to:

- Complete detailed cost estimate based on contract documents, specifications and bid documents
- Complete full quantity take-offs of all construction components
- Perform a review of all subcontractors, supplies and specialty items and inclusion in over all project estimate
- Create and manage a relationship with all stakeholders during the tender process
- Work with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure accurate competitive prices
- Have a full understanding of tendering process and specific project estimates

Minimum Qualifications:

- Preferred minimum 5 years of General Contracting construction estimating experience
- Understanding of complete construction documents including contract, drawings and specifications
- Understanding of complete tendering process including but not limited to bid submissions, bonding, estimate breakdowns, procurement and general bid closing procedures
- Understanding of different bid and construction project methods including but not limited to Construction Management, Design Build and General Contracting
- Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with stakeholders including the ability to solicit subtrade partners and suppliers
- Working knowledge of estimating software, advanced skills using Microsoft Office Suite and a strong aptitude for adopting new technology

Salary is negotiable upon experience. Vehicle and cell phone allowance will also be provided.

Please send cover letter and resume in PDF to the attention of Kelsey Vincent.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $70,000.00-$100,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

- Bonus pay

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

- Ability to read construction drawings and specifications
- Describe your experience with the master format

**Experience**:

- General Contractor estimating: 3 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person



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