Estimator

FlatironDragados; Toronto; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive compensation package and

paid time off program

Industry leading 401(k)/RRSP

Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental,

Job summary

FlatironDragados in Toronto is seeking an experienced Estimator who will prepare project estimates by analyzing specifications and contract plans to ensure cost‑effective quantities and construction methods align with pursuit, schedule and price goals.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in construction estimating or cost control, a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management, and knowledge of HCSS Heavy Bid.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in construction estimating or cost control.
• Knowledge of HCSS Heavy Bid Estimating Software.
• Strong technical writing skills.
• Growing knowledge of alternative construction delivery methods.

Responsibilities

• Review proposal specs and drawings to determine scope and estimate contents.
• Perform complete takeoffs and calculate material quantities from drawings.
• Input and analyze historical data to develop unit and hour estimates.
• Provide input on project risks to ensure alignment with schedule and cost goals.
• Support hand-off meetings between pursuit and project teams.
• Research vendors and subcontractors to meet pursuit and cost goals.

Skills

Estimating

Cost control

Technical writing

Alternative delivery methods

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management or related field

Tools

HCSS Heavy Bid Estimating Software

Job description

Overview

Do you have a collaborative mindset and strong prioritization skills? As an experienced Estimator, you will play a crucial role in preparing project estimates by analyzing specifications and contract plans to ensure cost-effective quantities and construction methods align with pursuit, schedule and price goals.

Bringyour diverse ideas to build stronger, more resilientcommunities.

What you will be doing

• Reviews proposal specifications, drawings, attend pre-bid meetings, etc. to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate.
• Reviews and incorporates historical data from purchase orders, subcontracts, productivity analysis reports, etc. into unit and person-hour figures.
• Provides technical input regarding project and contract risks to lead estimator responsible for final bid price approval. Reviews final estimate to ensure defined work aligns with overall project schedule and cost goals.
• Prepares discipline estimates by calculating complete takeoff of scope of work. Calculates material quantity requirements from engineering drawing dimensions.
• Monitors client addendum and advises the estimating team on changes during the estimate period.
• Assists with design review options and recommends best solution based on cost, engineering quality, or availability of materials.
• Partners with estimating team to prepare and conduct project hand-off meetings between pursuit team and project management team.
• Researches and recommends vendors and subcontractors for designated scopes of work to achieve pursuit and cost goals.

What we are looking for

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field required.
• 7+ years of experience in construction industry, estimating or cost control preferred.
• Knowledge of HCSS Heavy Bid Estimating Software
• Strong technical writing skills.
• Growing knowledge of alternative construction delivery methods.

Why work for us

Some of the benefits you may be eligible for as an employee are:

• Comprehensive compensation package and paid time off program
• Industry leading 401(k)/RRSP
• Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental, Vision and/or Provincial Medical
• Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

We are an EEO/ADA/Veterans employer.

Salary Min

CAD $110,000.00/Yr.

Salary Max

CAD $130,000.00/Yr.