Estimator

Metro-Can Construction; Surrey; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

MetroCan Construction is seeking an experienced Estimator for a short-term fixed-term role in Surrey, BC. You will work with the Director and Chief Estimator to support critical proposals, analyze plans, specifications and addenda, and develop accurate cost estimates for tender submissions.

The role involves coordinating with subtrades and suppliers, preparing full cost estimates, and contributing to bid recommendations. Strong negotiation and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience estimating on construction projects as GC/CM.
• Knowledge of bid preparation, quantity take-off, subtrade procurement, pricing and bid closing.

Responsibilities

• Assist Director, Pre-construction and Chief Estimator with estimating priorities for proposals and tenders.
• Study plans, specs, addenda and project conditions to assess requirements.
• Perform quantity take-offs for excavation, concrete and rebar to ensure accurate pricing.
• Estimate staff labour and costs using prelim schedules.
• Solicit and compare pricing from subcontractors and suppliers for bids.

Skills

Estimating

Bid preparation

Quantity take-off

Subtrade procurement

Negotiation

Communication

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

On-Screen Takeoff

Tools

OST

Job description

About MetroCan Construction

With construction roots that date back to 1964, we have completed over 300 projects in all segments of the market, including commercial, high-rise and low-rise residential, recreational projects, light and heavy industrial projects. As a well-established construction firm, you might think that the most important assets we have are equipment, or our safety record, or the good standing we have in our industry. We believe that there is one thing greater and more important - our people!

Our Company Purpose is to Build a Legacy of Excellence and Sustainability.

Opportunity Summary

This is a short-term fixed-term position that could transition to permanent.

Key Responsibilities

• Alongside the Director, Pre-construction and Chief Estimator, execute Estimating key priorities to support critical proposals and respond to new project tenders.
• Study plans, specifications, addenda, and all construction conditions set by Owner/consultants to assess and validate overall project requirements.
• Measure quantities from bid documents, clarifying with consultants and subtrades all discrepancies, omissions, and changes to the cost estimate.
• Complete full quantity take-off of excavation, concrete and rebar volumes required to complete the project as per contract specifications to ensure accurate pricing.
• Use preliminary project schedule to estimate staff labour and project execution costs.
• Solicit and follow-up on pricing from subcontractors and suppliers for labour, equipment, and materials to properly ascertain comparative bids and present to the Chief Estimator and Director of Pre-construction, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Complete final cost estimate of a project, incorporating all labour, equipment, and material data, pricing documentation, overhead and profit margins, and support in the preparation of bid proposals and project budget.
• Coordinate and communicate with subtrades and suppliers on scopes of work.
• Provide tender recommendations to Project Managers for subcontract awards.

Experience & Qualifications:

• Previous experience performing estimating work on construction projects for a General Contractor / Construction Manager.
• Knowledge of key principles involved in bid preparation, including quantity take-off procedures, subtrade procurement, pricing and bid closing procedures.
• Familiarity with drawing reviews, contract administration, document management.
• Strong negotiation, organizational, time management, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Skilled at using Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project and On-Screen Takeoff (OST).
• Proven integrity when dealing with Clients, trades, and Consultants.