Chief Estimator - Buildings

Graham Group; Toronto; On-site; CAD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction solutions provider in Ontario is seeking a Chief Estimator to oversee estimating teams and drive project success. Ideal candidates have 20 years of estimating experience, a bachelor's degree, and strong leadership skills. This role includes responsibilities from bidding to mentoring junior estimators. Apply to join a dedicated team committed to delivering exceptional projects.

Qualifications

• Completion of a University program involving understanding of complex concepts.
• 20 years of combined field and estimating experience.
• Proven ability to lead and develop a high-performing team.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for bidding and pre-construction estimating.
• Identify and develop constructability requirements.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and mentoring in estimating personnel.

Skills

Leadership

Estimating

Risk management

Budgeting

Construction methodology

Education

University (Bachelor) degree

Gold Seal Certified

LEED Accredited

LEAN experience

MRICS

CIQS

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Graham is an employee-owned construction solutions partner that services the buildings, industrial, infrastructure, water and project finance sectors. We deliver lasting value for our clients through meticulous planning and scheduling, while upholding rigorous safety and quality standards. With offices throughout North America, our passionate and knowledgeable teams deliver projects that enable communities to thrive and people to live, work, move and grow in a rapidly changing world. With over nine decades of experience, Graham has the resources, capacity and expertise to undertake projects of every scope, scale and complexity. Join our team to deliver a better tomorrow.

We are seeking top-tier talent to join our Buildings division and deliver innovative projects in the healthcare, education, hospitality, recreational, entertainment, retail, commercial office, mixed-use, multi-family residential and light industrial sectors. As a member of this collaborative team, you can expect a safe, diverse and inclusive environment, and on-going learning and career development opportunities.

About The Role

The Chief Estimator reports directly to the Ontario Pre-Construction Director and will have an in-depth knowledge of conceptual estimating, budgeting, tendering, proposal submission, and construction methodology. The Chief Estimator will have oversight of the buildings, large projects and transit estimating teams while being mentored by the Director to further develop their leadership skills and approach to pursuit activities.

As a Chief Estimator At Graham You Will

• Be responsible for bidding and pre-construction estimating and the financial results in partnership with the Director
• Complete project scope of work reviews to ensure completeness of estimates, and that all technical specifications, subcontractor scopes, and general condition items have been quantified and costed
• Identify and develop constructability requirements for orders of magnitude and high-level budgeting
• Propose and approve project risk and cost mitigation as well as the potential for project opportunities and cost savings
• Propose and approve potential bid strategies, constructability requirements, and advantages or innovations to increase bidding success
• Prepare and coordinate estimates as required
• Compile and track analytics relating to project estimating pursuits
• Be responsible for managing, training and or mentoring other estimators and the profit / loss performance of the estimated projects
• Provide leadership, coaching, and mentoring in : planning, organizing, coordinating, supervising and training estimating personnel
• Encourage and instill coaching and mentoring skills to the estimating team
• Oversee all estimates, including detailed review of others’ work
• Build effective relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders (operations staff) that reflect and support Graham core values and Graham brand image

Qualifications / experience

Completion of a University (Bachelor) program involving acquisition of an advanced understanding of complex concepts and procedures, often recognized by a degree (e.g., BA / BSc); Gold Seal Certified, LEED Accredited, LEAN experience, MRICS, and CIQS are all assets

20 years of combined field and estimating experience with senior estimating (Estimating Manager) experience of at least 5 years with a medium-to-large General Contractor

Leadership responsibility related to ICI related projects

Successful experience in leading $100+ million projects and managing and mentoring of an estimating team

Proven ability to lead and develop a high-performing team

Thorough understanding and proficiency in design-build, IPD and Construction Management is an asset

If this sounds like you, then Graham may be the right fit. Apply today.

Graham is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Graham does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by country, regional or local law.

Graham Group Ltd. also welcomes and encourages applications from those with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in each stage of our process. For more information please see our AODA Compliance Policy and our Multi-Year Accessibility Plan.

No unsolicited resumes or phone inquiries from agencies, thank you.

As Graham's trusted recruitment partner, Jardeg aids in the hiring of skilled professionals who play a crucial role in the success of Graham's Buildings, Industrial, Infrastructure, Water, Development, Maintenance and Turnaround projects across Canada.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Construction

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