Estimator

**JOB OVERVIEW**

Summary of Job Functions

The **Senior Estimator **is a primary member of the estimating team with the responsibility of preparing accurate construction estimates while also overseeing and supporting estimating team members through the development of their estimates and related proposal components. The Senior Estimator will support the other team members in activities related to the analysis, cost estimation, scheduling, subcontractor and supplier communications, collaboration with operation teams and meeting support for projects to ensure accuracy and competitiveness in our bids. They will have a broad understanding of construction principals, contract terms and conditions, as well as the ability to translate project risk into cost estimates. They will possess a thorough knowledge of cost coding structures from estimate through to project completion and have the experience necessary to lead a team.

**ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Lead and support department personnel, as required, to prepare estimates for all disciplines
- Supervises, supports, and assists the estimators, including training where necessary
- Prepares and presents estimates to management, supports estimators in their preparation and presentation of estimates
- Prepare material, labour and equipment cost estimations necessary to successfully carry out a construction project according to proposals, plans, estimates and specifications
- Prepare cost summaries that include costs of subcontracts, overhead, taxes, insurance, markup and anything else that might affect the cost of a construction project
- Analyze proposals. Review and evaluate proposal contracts, specifications and drawings
- Consult with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors, as needed
- Determine material, equipment and labour requirements for sequence of operations and projected timelines
- Prepare construction progress schedules
- Develop and maintain a directory of suppliers, contractors and subcontractors
- Obtain subcontractor and/or supplier quotations; record and compare quotations
- Conduct negotiations with subcontractors and suppliers, as needed
- Oversee and prepare appropriate deliverables for each tender proposal, support estimating team members in their preparation of deliverables
- Provide advice on tendering procedures and make recommendations regarding quotes from subcontractors / suppliers
- Evaluate and recommend allowances for indirect costs, design unknowns, escalation and contingency
- Attend and lead pre-tender meetings, strategy reviews, estimate reviews, and tender closing meetings
- Assist in final presentation of tender packages to senior management
- Collect historical cost data to estimate costs
- Assist in post tender clarification responses
- Price and negotiate change orders

**REQUIREMENTS**
- A combination of related education and experience in Industrial, Mechanical, Pipeline and Civil Contracting in the Oil and Gas Industry is required
- A minimum of 10 years in an estimation position
- Previous experience training estimators is required
- A related journeyman certificate or post-secondary diploma in construction technology
- An Engineering degree/diploma would be considered an asset
- Strong computer background including experience with MS Office and related estimating Software. Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Experience with estimating and scheduling software such as Heavy Bid, Bluebeam, Primavera P6
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills in a fast-paced environment
- Adaptable to a flexible work schedule that may require extended work hours and/or weekend work
- Ability to work in a team-based environment
- Must pass pre-employment drug and alcohol testing including marijuana.
- Able to communicate clearly and effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
- Must be fit-for-duty.
- Must be immediately eligible/able to work in Canada.

**KEY HIGHLIGHTS**
- Full Time Permanent Position
- We offer competitive wages, 100% employer paid benefits, matching RRSP and a Lifestyle Spending Account.

**COMPANY OVERVIEW**

SITE Resource Group (“**SITE**”) excels in providing comprehensive solutions from initial conception to project completion, adeptly handling the construction, maintenance, and reclamation of assets across a broad spectrum of industries. Our expertise spans four primary service lines: Infrastructure & Maintenance, Environmental & Civil, Piling & Foundations, and Vegetation Management. Operating extensively in Canada and Puerto Rico, we serve a variety of sectors, including oil and gas, SAGD, mining, renewable energy (wind and solar), upstream and downstream facilities, pipeline projects, power transmission and distribution, and municipal, federal, and provincial initiatives, as well as agriculture and private ventures.

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