Estimator

BAUER Foundations Canada Inc.; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

BAUER Foundations Canada Inc. is seeking an Estimator in Burnaby to respond to RFPs and interface with clients. The role requires a Civil Engineer with strong analytical capabilities to interpret complex specs, develop design concepts, and manage tendering and bid preparation.

You will generate opportunities, analyze inquiries, prepare technical tenders, and present concepts to stakeholders while visiting sites for feedback. Fluency in English is required; French is an asset.

Qualifications

• Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering or similar.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in ground engineering or special foundations.
• Experience or qualifications in cost engineering or applications engineering are assets.
• Proven experience in proposal preparation and project engineering applications with successful outcomes.
• Strong technical knowledge across a wide range of ground engineering and special foundation techniques.
• Site experience in ground engineering techniques is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Generate project and business opportunities through customer contact aligned with BAUER Canada's plans.
• Analyze inquiry packages and communicate with clients to understand their needs.
• Identify strategic selling points for each project and client.
• Assess alternate methods to provide cost and time savings to clients.
• Prepare and review technical tenders, bids, and tender documentation.
• Interpret and respond to complex technical specifications.
• Present design concepts to clients and stakeholders.
• Visit construction sites to obtain feedback from Operations teams.
• Negotiate complex technical and commercial issues with varied audiences.
• Identify and evaluate new markets through prospecting, research, and networking.
• Maintain and update client databases and portals.
• Attend industry events and professional groups.

Skills

Civil engineering

Analytical skills

Client communication

Technical interpretation

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Construction Management, Civil Engineering or Geotechnical Engineering degree

Job description

Reporting to the Estimating Manager, the Estimator is responsible for responding to client Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and interfacing directly with clients.

This role requires a Civil Engineer with strong analytical capabilities and the ability to interpret complex technical specifications, develop design concepts, and manage all aspects of the tendering and bid preparation process.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Generate project and business opportunities through customer contact in alignment with BAUER Canada's business plans and growth strategies
• Analyze inquiry packages, communicate with Clients and understand their needs
• Identify strategic selling points for each project and for each Client
• Assess alternate methods to provide cost and time savings to Clients
• Prepare and review technical tenders, bids, and tender documentation
• Interpret and respond to complex technical specifications
• Present design concepts to clients and other stakeholders
• Visit construction sites to obtain firsthand feedback from the Operations teams
• Negotiate and communicate complex technical and commercial issues to a variety of audiences
• Identify and evaluate new markets through prospecting, web research, and networking
• Maintain and update client databases and portals
• Attend and participate in industry events, professional groups, and networking associations
• Promote BAUER's mission, vision, values, reputation, code of ethics, standards, policies, and procedures internally and externally

WHAT WE LOOK FOR

• Qualified candidates will have a Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or similar.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in ground engineering or special foundations
• Experience or qualifications in cost engineering or applications engineering are considered an asset
• Proven experience in proposal preparation and project engineering applications with successful outcomes
• Strong technical knowledge across a wide range of ground engineering and special foundation techniques
• Site experience in ground engineering techniques is desirable
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
• Ability to work under tight deadlines with excellent prioritization and time management
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Fluency in English required; French proficiency is an asset

SALARY RANGE

The base salary range for this position is $110,000 - $140,000 depending on experience.

BENEFITS PACKAGE

Our employees receive a generous benefits package including:

• Ongoing employee training and professional development opportunities
• Extended Medical Benefits including Vision, Dental, and Prescription benefits
• RRSP with employer matching program
• Long Term and Short-Term Disability
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance