Estimator

1 week ago

Headingley, Canada Elite Excavating Full time

ELITE EXCAVATING INC. is a COR-certified construction company that employs those who are reliable, hardworking and have a positive attitude. We are currently looking to add an Estimator to our team.

**Overview**:
The person in this role will take on the responsibility to ensure successful execution by formulating quotes, managing quotes, creating project schedules, procuring key materials, hiring subcontractors and overseeing the process of each project until completion.

**Responsibilities/Tasks**:

- Monitoring bid tender sites to seek out new business opportunities
- Analyze drawings and specifications
- Prepare, review and submit accurate material, labour and equipment cost estimates and proposals in a timely manner
- Understand the bid preparation process, estimating softwares, including quantity take-off and closing procedures
- Review, understand and evaluate tender documents and drawings, visualize the work entailed, and prepare a detailed plan to execute work in an efficient manner
- Confirming all project-based paperwork is processed and up to date
- Prepare and organize schedules and track progress. Establish strong working relationships with clients, subcontractors and employees
- Vetting materials and pricing from suppliers and sub-contractors
- Reviewing invoices, contracts and assist with account receivables
- Providing excellent customer service through project planning, diligent updates and attending sub-contractor meetings
- Work closely with internal operations

**Requirements**:

- Minimum 3 years of experience in construction estimating and project management
- A diploma in Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or an acceptable combination of education and related experience
- Excellent project planning and organizing skills
- Strong estimating experience. Must have experience reading engineered plans and developing cost estimates
- Understands construction tenders, drawings, processes, and standards through experience and earned qualifications
- Experience with MERX and various other tender postings
- Understand scope of work to bid as well as contractual terms and obligations
- Ability to maintain good working relations with material suppliers, customers and subcontractors
- Highly effective analytical, negotiation and conflict-resolution skills
- Ability to work under pressure and problem-solve when faced with new challenges
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to multi-task and meet strict deadlines
- Highly organized and detail-oriented

, Permanent

Wage: $28.80/hour - $33.65/hour, based on education, ability and experience in the industry

Expected work hours: Monday - Friday, 8 hours a day

Healthcare spending account: Tier 1 to start

RRSP matching program available

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

**Salary**: $28.80-$33.65 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- RRSP match

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

Work Location: In person

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