Construction Estimator

Due to the high volume of interest for this position, only candidates who meet all criteria will be contacted.

Job Description

Reporting to the Senior Estimator, the Construction Estimator will be responsible for preparing preparing high quality professional quotations and estimates for multi-unit/commercial projects. The ideal candidate will have experience in the construction industry, have excellent organizational skills, be detail oriented and a great communicator. You are entrepreneurial at heart, and an innovative, creative team player who leads by example in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

*Background in estimation of structural steel and miscellaneous metals is required.

The estimator is accountable for the following:

· Prepare estimates of probable costs of materials, labor and equipment, and subcontracts for projects based on contract bids, quotations, schematic drawings and specifications

· Liaise, consult and communicate with engineers, design, production, and installation on all changes and adjustments to cost estimates

· Advise on tendering procedures, examine and analyze tenders, recommend tender awards and conduct negotiations

· Prepare, maintain, and coordinate a directory of suppliers, contractors and subcontractors

· Set up cost monitoring and reporting systems and procedures

· Maintain and monitor schedules to ensure on-time, high-quality installations

· Attend site meetings as needed

· Assist in monitoring construction conformity and compliance with plans, specifications, and codes

· Prepare cost and expenditure statements and forecasts at regular intervals for the duration of a project

· Participates in various departmental and interdepartmental meetings or training as required

Other related duties as assigned

Requirements

· Strong business and financial acumen; including strong business communication skills, both written and oral

· High-energy, detail-oriented, results-driven, self-motivated individual

· Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

· Reliability, integrity, passion and in-person presentation skills with a strong ability to establish relationships and close deals

· Exceptional, industry leading, customer service skills with a proven strength in exceeding client expectations and an ability to identify best product and fit for client needs

· Excellent planning, coordination, and scheduling skills

· 5+ years' experience in Estimating coordinating multiple projects; experience in the construction industry and tendering process is strongly preferred

· University degree in Architecture, Building Science or, College diploma related to construction, building envelopes or similar, is considered an asset

· A valid driver's license and access to a vehicle an asset

· Familiarity and/or experience with various computer software and technical systems by way of obtaining product quotes and managing customer information

· Previous experience in Installation considered an asset

· Intermediate level (or better) in CAD and Microsoft Excel required; experience with other drafting and estimating programs are an asset

Must be flexible with work hours

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00-$95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Application question(s):

• Describe your how you achieve success when managing competing priorities and deadlines.
• Please indicate your wage expectations for this position in CAD.
• Please briefly describe your experience estimating of structural and/or miscellaneous metals. This is a requirement for this position.

Experience:

• Construction Estimating: 5 years (required)

Work Location: In person