Senior Estimator

Location: Burnaby, BC or Oakville, ON

THE OPPORTUNITY

Reporting to the Estimating Manager, the Senior Estimator is responsible for responding to client Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and interfacing directly with clients.

This role requires a Civil Engineer with strong analytical capabilities and the ability to interpret complex technical specifications, develop design concepts, and manage all aspects of the tendering and bid preparation process.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Generate project and business opportunities through customer contact in alignment with BAUER Canada’s business plans and growth strategies
• Analyze inquiry packages, communicate with Clients and understand their needs
• Identify strategic selling points for each project and for each Client
• Assess alternate methods to provide cost and time savings to Clients
• Prepare and review technical tenders, bids, and tender documentation
• Interpret and respond to complex technical specifications
• Present design concepts to clients and other stakeholders
• Mentor junior Estimators
• Visit construction sites to obtain firsthand feedback from the Operations teams
• Negotiate and communicate complex technical and commercial issues to a variety of audiences
• Identify and evaluate new markets through prospecting, web research, and networking
• Maintain and update client databases and portals
• Attend and participate in industry events, professional groups, and networking associations
• Promote BAUER’s mission, vision, values, reputation, code of ethics, standards, policies, and procedures internally and externally

WHAT WE LOOK FOR

• Qualified candidates will have a Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or similar.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in ground engineering or special foundations
• Experience or qualifications in cost engineering or applications engineering are considered an asset
• Proven experience in proposal preparation and project engineering applications with successful outcomes
• Strong technical knowledge across a wide range of ground engineering and special foundation techniques
• Site experience in ground engineering techniques is desirable
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
• Ability to work under tight deadlines with excellent prioritization and time management
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Fluency in English required; French proficiency is an asset

SALARY RANGE

The base salary range for this position is $120,000 - $150,000 depending on experience.

BENEFITS PACKAGE

Our employees receive a generous benefits package including:

• Ongoing employee training and professional development opportunities
• Extended Medical Benefits including Vision, Dental, and Prescription benefits
• RRSP with employer matching program
• Long Term and Short-Term Disability
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Paid Time Off