Estimator

Arbutus Properties; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Canada is seeking an Estimator to manage the bidding and proposal process for general contracting projects. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of estimating experience in civil construction and a strong understanding of construction practices. This role offers competitive wages, health benefits, and a supportive work environment that emphasizes personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive wages

RRSP matching program

Health and dental benefits

Flexible work environment

Training and growth potential

Qualifications

• 3+ years of estimating experience in civil construction.
• Great people skills for building relationships and negotiation.
• Knowledge of modern construction practices and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee estimating and bidding process for general contracting.
• Communicate effectively with teams, clients, and vendors.
• Analyze project details to understand risks and opportunities.

Skills

Estimating experience

People skills

Negotiation

Knowledge of construction practices

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Education

Diploma or degree in Construction Management, Estimating, Engineering

Job description

Estimator

We are hiring an Estimator to bid and prepare proposals for General Contracting projects across Western Canada. An ideal fit with our team is a person who values relationships, has a strong acumen for numbers and conceptualizing large scale projects and brings their understanding of various trade scopes to culminate in a rigorous proposal process.

We offer a lot as a company… meaningful things that make work enjoyable like a great culture that prioritizes people, diversity, fun and transparency; opportunity – the chance to be entrepreneurial by shaping the business and your future in a quick paced environment that is expanding rapidly.

Our company offers competitive wages, RRSP matching program, health and dental benefits, HCSA/LSA, work / life balance and a supportive, flexible work environment with longevity, training and growth potential.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Oversee the estimating and bidding process for general contracting scopes – manage deadlines, content, budget development, contractor selection and all components of the proposal process
• Communicate effectively and professionally with internal teams, vendors, contractors, clients
• Understand jurisdictional standards and codes
• Analyze project details – specifications, drawings, timelines, etc. to understand the potential opportunities and risks.
• Build relationships with vendors and contractors, solicit bid invitations, pricing, addenda, and tender/bid closings
• Perform quantity take-offs
• Prepare estimates and utilize historical information and industry knowledge to hone expertise
• Research and analyze all relevant information for review with management
• Prepare estimate turnover to the project management team
• Conduct reviews / lessons learned with management and project team to determine areas for continuous improvement.

Requirements:

• 3+ years of estimating experience within the civil construction industry (Junior Estimator candidates would also be considered)
• Completion of post-secondary education with a diploma or degree related to Construction Management, Estimating, Engineering is an asset
• Great people skills in building relationships, negotiation and connecting
• Keenness to seek out opportunities
• Knowledge of modern construction practices, techniques and equipment
• In depth understanding of the proposal and bidding process
• An understanding of construction documents and the ability to assess the level of completeness
• Knowledge of construction costs and budgets
• Ability to build schedules for bidding purposes
• Understanding of project management
• An in-depth grasp of inherent risks on projects and how to address
• Detail orientated and assertive in asking questions to get to required details
• Collaborative, innovative in your approach to problem solving

Feel free to reach out and ask questions - its part of the job.