Estimator

Lindsay Construction; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Competitive salary

Annual incentive plan

Employee health benefits

Group RRSP with 4% matching

On-site gym facilities

Job summary

Lindsay Construction in Dartmouth, NS, is seeking an experienced Estimator to join our expanding team. Reporting to the Chief Estimator, you will prepare and coordinate full cost estimates for conceptual, design-build, and general tender projects across Atlantic Canada.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in construction estimating, broad quantity surveying knowledge, and proficiency with MS Office. You will review bid packages, analyze tenders, and help streamline costing processes while

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in construction estimating.
• Broad knowledge of quantity surveying and contracts.
• Proficient with MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access).
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle; travel to sites may be required.

Responsibilities

• Interpret documentation, specifications, and drawings to define scope of estimates.
• Review bid packages from subcontractors.
• Assist with negotiations, clarifications with clients, vendors and subs.
• Maintain large working files with current pricing data from vendors.
• Prepare conceptual budgets based on limited information.
• Analyze alternate means to determine economical options.
• Transfer knowledge on successful projects.

Skills

Quantity surveying knowledge

MS Office proficiency

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Professional designation GSC, CEC, PQS, P.Eng. asset

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Build the Future with us! We build Relationships. We build Communities. We build the Future. At Lindsay Construction, we have been growing the communities of Atlantic Canada for over 60 years and we want you to join us! Be part of something great and feel the impact you make on the community you live in.

Build the Future with us! We build Relationships. We build Communities. We build the Future. At Lindsay Construction, we have been growing the communities of Atlantic Canada for over 60 years and we want you to join us! Be part of something great and feel the impact you make on the community you live in. Reporting to the Chief Estimator, the Estimator will prepare and coordinate full cost estimates during a conceptual, design-build, or general tender notice for a variety of projects, as well as mentor junior estimators and support staff on an ongoing basis.

Position Benefits

Here’s why we think you’ll love working at Lindsay:

• Flexible working hours throughout the year (early “Lindsay Fridays”)
• Competitive salary
• Annual Incentive Plan
• Employee Health Benefits
• Group RRSP with 4% matching
• On-site gym facilities and a personal health and wellness reimbursement
• Frequent social and community-based events
• Opportunities to collaborate closely with senior personnel and other departments

Position Responsibilities

Here’s what your day-to-day looks like:

• Interpret documentation, specifications, and design drawings to define scope and contents of the estimates.
• Review and analyze bid packages from subcontractors.
• Assist with negotiations, contract clarifications, consultants, clients, venders, and subcontractors.
• Maintain large working files as supporting documentation for estimating figures including current, accurate information on prices from venders through exclusive contact, marketing material, pre-existing price lists, etc.
• Ensure knowledge in the field remains current through participation in appropriate training and development activities.
• Prepare conceptual budgets based on minimal information.
• Analyze alternate means and methods to determine the most economical alternative.
• Participate in the transfer of information on successful projects.

Job Requirements

Our ideal candidate has the following:

• Broad knowledge in all aspects of quantity surveyor (e.g., RS Means, contracts, etc.).
• 3-5 years of experience in construction estimating.
• Excellent knowledge of the construction industry (e.g., trends, competitors, subcontractors).
• Knowledge of a variety of contract arrangements such as Lump Sum, Design Build, Project Management, Construction Management, Public/Private Partnership.
• Proficiency using MS Office (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel, Access).
• High attention to detail.
• Proven ability to work under pressure.
• Proven ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines for normal functions and special assignments.
• Service orientated with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to build positive working relationships with internal and external clients.
• Minimum of five years of experience in the construction industry.
• Professional designation GSC, CEC, PQS, P.Eng. is considered an asset.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and have access to a reliable vehicle, as travel to various job sites and office locations may be required.