Senior Glazing Estimator
- Delta, BC, Canada
$110,000 to $150,000 CAD / year · Full-time
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Job details
- Pay
- $110,000 to $150,000 CAD / year
- Job type
- Full-time
- Apply by
- Experience
- Minimum 10 years estimating experience in the new building construction industry, preferably in the glazing industry
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Working directly with the ownership group, the Senior Estimator will oversee the day to day functions of the Estimating department. The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated, results-driven individual with advanced leadership skills and the capability to lead change within a department.
Duties and Responsibilities- Analyze architectural drawings and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials and labor estimates, bonding, insurance, etc.
- Prepare detailed and accurate material, labour, equipment, subcontracts, construction facilities, etc. estimates
- Foster relationships with architects, owners, contractors, subcontractors and suppliers
- Attend on-site, pre-bid/proposal conferences and site visits
- Develop and review subcontractor scopes of work and quotes for best value
- Prepare project bid status reports and insure compliance with all specifications and contract State of Work and Bid Invitations
- Prepare scope specifications and requirements, prepare and input project schedules, perform quantity take-offs, prepare cost summary
- Prepare cost and expenditure statements and other necessary documentation at regular intervals for the duration of the project.
- Maintain files of working documents for back-up to estimating figures.
- Minimum 10 years estimating experience in the new building construction industry, preferably in the glazing industry
- Advanced project estimator skills that include performing engineering calculations, being conversant in engineering nomenclature to effectively communicate with decision makers, engineers, product manager, project manager, engineers and vendors
- Knowledge of estimating techniques, cost control and material pricing
- Ability to calculate mathematical extensions, read and understand architectural drawings, purchase orders, contracts, cost coding systems, etc.
- Ability to read, understand and organize construction plans and specifications
- Ability to work independently and with minimal structure while exercising great judgment
- Strong ability to prioritize, multitask and work well under pressure to meet established deadlines
- Strong organizational and problem solving skills
- Strong analytical skills, excellent communication skills and strong attention to detail
- Field construction experience is highly desirable, but not required
- Knowledge of BC building codes and standards
More about this job
Responsibilities
Oversee the estimating department and prepare detailed project estimates covering materials, labor, equipment, subcontractors, insurance, and related costs. Coordinate with project stakeholders, review bids and scopes, conduct quantity take-offs and site visits, and maintain project schedules, cost reports, and supporting documentation.
Requirements
Requires at least 10 years of estimating experience in new building construction, preferably glazing, along with advanced estimating, engineering calculation, drawing interpretation, and cost-control skills. Candidates should be organized, analytical, effective communicators who can work independently under pressure; knowledge of British Columbia building codes is required, while field construction experience is desirable.
Skills
- Estimating
- Leadership
- Architectural Drawing Interpretation
- Cost Estimation
- Material Pricing
- Quantity Take-Offs
- Engineering Calculations
- Bid Preparation
- Project Scheduling
- Cost Control
- Construction Specifications
- Contract Review
- Analytical Skills
- Communication
- Problem Solving
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Categories
- Construction
- Management & Leadership
- Finance & Accounting
Keywords
- Glazing
- Construction Estimating
- New Building Construction
- Architectural Drawings
- Material Estimates
- Labor Estimates
- Equipment Estimates
- Subcontractors
- Quantity Take-Offs
- Engineering Calculations
- Cost Control
- Material Pricing
- Bid Invitations
- Bid Status Reports
- Scopes Of Work
- Project Schedules
- Construction Specifications
- Contracts
- Cost Coding Systems
- Bonding
- Insurance
- Site Visits
- Pre-Bid Conferences
- BC Building Codes
- Field Construction