Construction Estimator – Site/Civil

Rutherford Contracting Ltd.; Aurora; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Rutherford Contracting Ltd. is seeking a Construction Estimator – Site/Civil Division to provide production support by pricing projects for tendering and construction phases.

The role focuses on site-related works including civil, earthworks, utilities, parks, landscaping and related site development. Proficiency in Bluebeam Revu, Building Connected, B2W Estimate, and Topcon/MAGNET software is required or an asset.

Qualifications

• Experience preparing estimates of materials, labour and equipment for construction projects based on drawings and specs.
• Familiarity with tender processes, bid invitations and subcontractor pricing.
• Ability to review contract documents, drawings and bid submission requirements to ensure complete bids.

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates of probable costs for materials, labour and equipment for construction projects.
• Utilize B2W Estimate to prepare detailed estimates including takeoffs and bid summaries.
• Use Building Connected to upload tender docs, issue bid invitations, distribute addenda and manage subcontractor pricing.
• Use Topcon/MAGNET to perform earthworks takeoffs and sitework quantities as needed for estimating.
• Support tender coordination and ensure timely, accurate bid submissions.
• Assist with project turnover and cost maintenance during construction as needed.

Skills

Estimating proficiency

Bid management

Coordination with PMs

Tools

Bluebeam Revu

Building Connected

B2W Estimate

Topcon/MAGNET

Job description

Reporting to the Chief Estimator, the Construction Estimator – Site/Civil Division will provide production support within the Site Division by accurately and competitively pricing projects to support the company’s success through both the tendering and construction phases.

This position is specific to site-related construction projects, with scopes that can vary significantly and may include civil works, site servicing and infrastructure, earthworks, roadworks, utilities, parks, sports fields, landscaping, and other site development projects.

Proficiency in Bluebeam Revu , Building Connected, B2W Estimate, and Topcon/MAGNET software is required/considered an asset.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare estimates of probable costs of materials, labour and equipment for construction projects based on contract bids, quotations, schematic drawings and specifications;
• Utilize B2W Estimate software to prepare detailed estimates, including takeoffs, labour and equipment costing, production rates, subcontractor pricing and bid summaries;
• Utilize Building Connected to upload and manage tender documents, issue bid invitations, distribute addenda and other tender information, communicate with subcontractors and suppliers, and manage subcontractor pricing throughout the tender process;
• Utilize Topcon/MAGNET software to complete earthworks takeoffs and calculations, including cut/fill quantities, grading and sitework quantities, as required for estimating;
• Submit bond/insurance requests to the Tendering/Office Coordinator
• Prepare for and promptly attend mandatory and non-mandatory pre-tender site meetings as dictated by the tender documents as required
• Review all tender documents thoroughly and understand all bid submission requirements, specifications and drawings, and be responsible for the completeness of bids;
• Ensure Addendums are thoroughly reviewed and updates to closing or meeting dates etc. are communicated to the Chief Estimator and the Tendering/Office Coordinator so that the calendars are updated appropriately
• Complete tenders in an accurate, efficient and timely manner;
• Meet with the Chief Estimator on a regular basis to review tenders and estimates
• Increasingly take on the pricing of larger and more complex projects;
• Coordinate the closing of tenders and advise the Chief Estimator of potential conflicts;
• Upon project award, prepare the Project Turnover template and lead the turnover meeting with the Chief Estimator
• During project construction, liaise and communicate with Project Managers regarding cost maintenance and future pricing, and provide pricing and cost assistance for potential changes in scope;
• Prepare and maintain a directory of suppliers, contractors and subcontractors;
• Attend Post-Project Review meetings; and
• Assist the Chief Estimator with the mentoring of Junior Estimators once comfortable in the role; and
• Assist the Estimating Department with methods to improve processes.