Estimator Infrastructure - General Contractor - Vancouver / Calgary / Toronto – Outpost

Moving2Canada com
CA - Ontario - Old Toronto
July 7, 2024
Engineering

Large infrastructure contractor is seeking an intermediate and senior Estimator with experience across infrastructure (transportation, water, other heavy civil) projects to join its leading team in various locations including Vancouver BC, Calgary AB and Toronto ON. Salary range $90,000 - $170,000 depending on experience. Outpost Recruitment is excited to work with our client on this full-time permanent role.

Description of Estimator

Our client is currently looking for Estimators to join their bid team. This position's primary function is to procure jobs/projects as assigned or directed by the Bid Manager. This involves meeting with clients, conducting site reviews, reviewing all available relevant information, preparing quantities, preparing an estimate and quote and executing contract negotiations.The Estimator position is project driven; fast paced and can be demanding at times. Their department thrives on teamwork in order to meet deadlines and procure clients.

Responsibilities of Estimator

Completing assignments from Bid Manager
Conducting site visits
Gathering and reviews all relevant information available, such as drawings, geotechnical reports etc.
Estimator will prepare detailed and well organized bid (following proper construction sequence)
Meeting anticipated bid closing dates
Negotiating contracts with clients and executing contracts
Being aware of current market conditions to obtain maximum mark-up and winning the contract
Being the liaison between Superintendent and Client Representative
Monitoring work in progress and taking care of administrative duties, such as change orders and invoicing
Comparing bid to actual job results
Being a self-motivated asset to the team, while working effectively and efficiently withoutdirect supervision
Estimator will be a motivated, team-oriented individual that has the ability to work well in a fast paced work environment.

Specific Skills, Knowledge and Abilities of Estimator

Estimator has strong organizational skills
Excellent communications skills
Strong computer skills
Analytical Skills
Field experience in related disciplines
Understanding of construction processes
Mathematically inclined
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings
Sales-oriented
Ability to work well in a team environment

Desirable Qualifications and Knowledge

Bid2Win Estimating Software
SAP Software
Autodesk Buzzsaw
MS Excel
Gold Seal Certified
Industry Experience (Transportation Infrastructure/ Roadworks)
BCIT Graduate in Civil Construction or equivalent work experience

Ideal Candidate:

Only exceptional overseas Estimator candidates who require sponsorship will be considered for this role.

Please clearly highlight relevant work experience, project overviews and project scale ($) in your resume.

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Read the full job description and apply online on the recuiter's web-site

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