Construction estimator

Mongrain Inc.

Mirabel

On-site

CAD 65,000 - 95,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Disability Insurance

Supplemental Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Vacation and Compensatory Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Programs

On-site Parking

Business Casual Dress

Job summary

Mongrain Inc. in Mirabel, QC is seeking a construction estimator to analyze tenders, cost materials, and prepare bids. The role focuses on evaluating plans, coordinating with project managers, and ensuring timely delivery on site.

Join a family-owned company with over 65 years in the field, offering group insurance, vacation, and a modern workplace on the Mongrain campus in Mirabel. Bilingual applicants welcomed.

Qualifications

Minimum 5 years of estimating experience in commercial/institutional construction.
Experience in insulation is an asset.
Excellent reading and interpretation of plans and drawings.
Strong written and spoken English and French.
Valid driver's license and vehicle for travel.

Responsibilities

Analyze calls for tenders, plans and specifications.
Estimate materials, labor, equipment and time costs.
Prepare project bids and respect deadlines.
Submit price requests to suppliers.
Coordinate with project managers and site teams.
Plan resources to meet project needs.

Skills

Reading and interpreting plans

Project management

Communication skills

Bilingual English/French

Autonomy and organization

Education

Training or experience in relevant field

Tools

MS Project

Estimating software

Office suite

Job description

Do you want to join a company where you can leverage your expertise in a specialized field?

We're looking for you for our construction estimator position!

WHY JOIN THE MONGRAIN TRIBE?

Working at Mongrain means joining a strong, fast-growing family business that has been established for over 65 years. Mongrain is the expert in building protection, from foundation to roof. and we believe in theTALENTand thePOTENTIALof ourEMPLOYEES. By working at Mongrain, you will benefit from ADVANTAGEOUS COMPENSATION, a GROUP INSURANCE plan, FOURweeks of VACATIONas well as a MODERNworkplace on a breathtaking site located in MIRABEL, the Mongrain campus. By joining the Mongrain Tribe, you You will be part of a FIRE TEAM, working against traffic!

WHAT DOES YOUR DAILY LIFE LIKE AS A CONSTRUCTION ESTIMATOR WITH US?

Analyze calls for tenders as well as plans and specifications;
Estimate and calculate the cost of materials, labor, equipment, time required to complete the project, and all other additional costs based on plans and specifications;
Prepare project bids while respecting deadlines;
Submit price requests to our suppliers;
Take charge of change directives issued by our clients and establish new ones Prices;
Transmit the necessary information for the execution of construction site work;
Plan human and material resources in a timely manner;
Work closely with project managers;
Demonstrate agility and creativity to develop projects and find solutions that meet the changing needs of a competitive industry;
Participate in post-mortem meetings;

WHAT YOU NEED FOR THIS ROLE:

Training or a combination of experience/training in a field relevant to the role;
Minimum 5 years of experience in an estimating role in commercial and institutional construction;
Experience in insulation (an asset);
Expert in reading and interpreting plans and technical drawings ;
Knowledge of the construction environment and methods;
In-depth knowledge of insulation, waterproofing, thermal protection, and fire protection products, etc.;
Manages multiple projects effectively simultaneously;
In-depth knowledge of production management and continuous improvement principles in the construction sector;
Excellent oral and written communication skills;
Passionate about customer service and sales-oriented;
Rigor, organizational skills, and autonomy;
Good knowledge of the Office suite, including Microsoft Project Management and estimating software;
Valid Class 5 driver's license and vehicle for travel;
Bilingualism (English/French) written and spoken;