Queen City Excavating Inc. is a growing civil construction contractor, with a focus on underground piped utilities & earthworks. We service Residential, Commercial, and Industrial sectors. We are looking for a career-oriented person that’s motivated to succeed and has detail-oriented approach to estimating.
This position is responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates, as well as working collaboratively on larger tenders.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience (salary range is $80,000 - $120,000 depending on experience and ability)
- Potential for a company vehicle or fuel expenses paid
- Canada Life Benefits package
- Company matched, Registered Savings Plan with RBC. (10% base contribution by employer, 4% employee/4% employer for a total 18% contribution)
- Many other value adds compared to working for large corporations.
Responsibilities
- Review drawings, specifications, and tender documents
- Review and prepare change order estimates, collaborating with project teams
- Perform quantity takeoffs (Bluebeam, Agtek are the tools we use)
- Prepare detailed estimates, bid summaries, and proposals (excel based estimates)
- Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing
- Analyze labour, equipment, material, and production costs
- Attend site visits, pre-bid meetings, and project walkthroughs
- Identify tender risks & tender opportunities
- Coordinate with operations teams
- Collaborate with the lead estimator and/or operations on large tenders
Qualifications
- Experience in construction estimating. No minimum required
- Knowledge of earthworks, underground utilities, grading, and site development
- Ability to read and interpret engineered drawings and specifications
- Understanding of construction means & methods
- Ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines simultaneously
- Industry experience, and/or Technology Diploma, and/or Engineering Degree are all acceptable qualifications.
