About the Role
I’m working with an established construction company in the Lower Mainland that is looking to add an experienced Estimator to its team.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced construction professional to join a well-established business and take a leading role in estimating complex projects across the institutional, residential and healthcare sectors.
Key Responsibilities
- Preparing detailed quantity take-offs and establishing accurate project pricing
- Leading estimates and tender submissions across multi-trade construction projects
- Preparing scopes of work, bidder lists and comprehensive tender packages
- Reviewing and levelling subcontractor quotations
- Reviewing drawings and specifications to identify risks, gaps and potential project issues
- Preparing preliminary budgets and providing ongoing costing support
- Identifying value engineering and cost-saving opportunities
- Supporting project planning and scheduling during the preconstruction phase
- Developing strong working relationships with clients, consultants and trade partners
- Providing guidance and mentorship to junior estimating team members
Qualifications and Experience
- Minimum 6+ years of construction experience
- Strong estimating experience within the construction industry
- Ability to independently lead estimates and large-scale bids
- Strong knowledge of quantity take-offs, tendering, subcontractor analysis and construction costing
- Experience reviewing construction drawings and specifications
- Strong understanding of budgeting, project risk and constructability
- Engineering degree, construction-related education or equivalent technical training
- Strong communication, organization and stakeholder management skills
Compensation
- Salary range of $130,000 - $150,000, depending on experience
- RRSP matching and bonus component
- 100% company-paid extended health and dental benefits
- Vehicle allowance and phone allowance
- Professional development support and annual personal spending account
What you need to do now
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