Estimator

Acadian Construction Ltd.; Dieppe; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Group benefits: health, dental, vision

RRSP program

Professional development

Collaborative culture

Employee events & recognition

Onsite gym

Job summary

Acadian Construction is seeking an Estimator to deliver accurate budgets for residential, commercial, and industrial projects across Atlantic Canada. You will analyze drawings, quantify scopes, and price quantified items while coordinating with subcontractors and the Acadian team to drive projects from inception to completion.

The role requires three years of estimating experience, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• At least three years of estimating experience with a general contractor in construction.
• Postsecondary education in Construction Engineering Technology, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline is an asset.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and building systems.
• Experience interpreting construction drawings and specifications.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Budget Preparation: Create budgets and estimates by determining and quantifying scopes of work and applying pricing to quantified items.
• Risk Management: Conduct thorough risk assessments for each estimate, interpreting contracts and supplementary conditions to develop risk mitigation strategies.
• Project Planning: Develop execution plans for projects, including preliminary schedules with start and completion dates.
• Site Assessments: Attend meetings and site visits to evaluate project complexities and determine the best approach.
• Stakeholder Communication: Maintain clear communication and relationships with clients, architects, consultants, subcontractors, and Acadian team members.
• Market Monitoring: Stay informed about market trends in residential, industrial, and commercial sectors to identify profitable opportunities.
• Continuous Improvement: Embrace new technologies, methods, and feedback to enhance estimating processes.
• Team Collaboration: Foster a team-oriented environment, sharing best practices and supporting colleagues to achieve goals.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Relationship-building

Education

Construction-related degree (asset)

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

On-Screen Takeoff

Revit BIM

Job description

The Opportunity

We're looking for an Estimator who is detail-oriented, collaborative, and passionate about helping deliver successful construction projects from the very beginning. If you enjoy solving problems, analyzing project requirements, and working alongside experienced construction professionals, we'd love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Budget Preparation: Create budgets and estimates by determining and quantifying scopes of work and applying pricing to quantified items. Communicate with subcontractors to clarify work and mitigate scope gaps.
• Risk Management: Conduct thorough risk assessments for each estimate, interpreting contracts and supplementary conditions to develop strategies for risk mitigation.
• Project Planning: Develop execution plans for projects, including preliminary schedules with start and completion dates.
• Site Assessments: Attend meetings and site visits to evaluate project complexities and determine the best approach.
• Stakeholder Communication: Maintain clear communication and relationships with clients, architects, consultants, subcontractors, and Acadian team members.
• Market Monitoring: Stay informed about market trends in residential, industrial, and commercial sectors to identify profitable opportunities.
• Continuous Improvement: Embrace new technologies, methods, and constructive feedback to enhance estimating processes.
• Team Collaboration: Foster a team-oriented environment, sharing best practices and supporting colleagues to achieve common goals.

Qualifications

• At least three years of relevant estimating experience with a general contractor in the construction industry is required.
• Postsecondary education in Construction Engineering Technology, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline is considered an asset.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and building systems.
• Experience interpreting construction drawings and specifications.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Proficiency in MS Office, MS Project, On-Screen Takeoff; familiarity with Revit BIM.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.

About Acadian Construction

Founded in 1958, Acadian Construction has built a strong reputation as one of New Brunswick's trusted construction management firms. Over the past several years, we've expanded into Nova Scotia, bringing the same commitment to quality, integrity, and client service that has defined our company for more than 68 years.

As a family-owned business, we believe that great projects start with great people. Our team is driven by collaboration, accountability, and a shared commitment to excellence. From healthcare and institutional facilities to commercial, industrial, and multi-residential projects, we take pride in delivering spaces that create lasting value for our clients and communities.

We're equally committed to giving back to the communities where we live and work through local partnerships, volunteerism, and charitable initiatives. As we continue to grow across Atlantic Canada, we're looking for people who share our values, take pride in their work, and want to help build the next chapter of Acadian Construction with us.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package.
• Group benefits program, including health, dental, vision, and an Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP).
• Company RRSP program.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.
• A collaborative, team-oriented culture built on our core values: Evolve, Lead, Own It, Collaborate, and Move Forward.
• Employee events, recognition initiatives, and opportunities to get involved.
• A modern office environment featuring a fully equipped onsite gym (Dieppe office).