ESTIMATOR, GENERAL CONTRACTING

Sigfusson Northern LTD.; Winnipeg; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer paid benefits

RSP/DPSP

Learning and development opportunities

Employee-owned company

Vacation program

Job summary

Sigfusson Northern, a longstanding heavy civil contractor, seeks an Estimator to prepare detailed quantity take-offs and cost estimates for diverse projects in Winnipeg, MB. You will collaborate with the estimating team, Project Managers, and field staff to develop accurate budgets and competitive bids for commercial, healthcare, educational, industrial, and infrastructure work.

Requirements include a civil engineering background or related diploma, proficiency with Primavera P6, MS Project,

Qualifications

• Experience estimating projects across commercial, healthcare, education, industrial, and infrastructure sectors.
• Ability to read blueprints, maps, drawings, and specifications for tender analysis.
• Strong analytical, communication, and collaborative skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed quantity calculations and cost estimates, including labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and general conditions.
• Lead bid preparation, including take-offs, sub-trade procurement, pricing, and bid closing.
• Propose strategies to improve bid competitiveness to the Pre-Construction & Estimating Manager.
• Analyze costs against historical data and market trends to improve estimate accuracy.
• Collaborate with Operations in scope definition, budgets, and preconstruction planning.
• Identify and complete risk analyses with the estimating team.
• Improve estimation processes, tools, and methodologies.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Superintendents, Engineers, Architects, and clients on additional work and change orders.
• Attend internal pre-tender, estimate review, and tender closing meetings; participate in project completion reviews.
• Prepare estimating documents, budgets, and contracts for operations execution.

Skills

Quantity take-offs

Cost estimation

Bid management

Team collaboration

Risk analysis

Estimating processes

Communication

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Engineering Technology Diploma

Construction Management Diploma

Construction related Degree/Diploma

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Bluebeam

CAD

Takeoff software

Digitized takeoff tools

Job description

Sigfusson Northern, historically a family-owned business, has entered its 4th generation of ownership encompassing employee participation. Our primary focus is building strong and lasting relationships with our employees, our clients, and the communities we serve. Ongoing growth and diversification have positioned Sigfusson Northern at the forefront of heavy civil construction and general contracting, known for our ability to overcome any obstacle. Tough, reliable, and quality-driven, we consistently deliver the highest value. We know the north. We are multi-faceted. We help lift communities. We embrace new technology. And we are highly skilled.

WHAT THE ROLE IS ALL ABOUT!

Reporting to the Manager, Pre-Construction, General Contracting, the Estimator will focus on analyzing and interpreting tender documents to prepare detailed quantity take-offs and cost estimates for our General Contracting division pursuits in the commercial, healthcare, educational, industrial, and infrastructure markets. The Estimator will actively collaborate with the estimating team, Project Managers, Superintendents, and other Operations team members regarding project development activities. This position requires a highly skilled and motivated individual with experience in creating and preparing construction estimates across a variety of project types and delivery methods. This includes lump sum, construction management, and design build. This position will be in our Winnipeg, MB office.

ESSENTIAL CONTRIBUTIONS WE NEED FROM YOU!

• Project Estimation: Prepare detailed quantity calculations and cost estimates for projects, including labor, materials, equipment, subcontractor and time (general conditions) requirements.
• Bid Management: Prepare and complete the entire bid preparation process including quantity take-offs, sub-trade procurement, pricing and closing procedures. Analyze subcontractor/supplier bids to ensure the full scope of work is included.
• Strategy: Analyze and communicate strategies, advantages, or innovations to the Pre-Construction & Estimating Manager that could provide Sigfusson Northern with a more competitive bid.
• Cost Analysis: Calculate material, labour and equipment costs and requirements and compare historical data, market trends, and pricing to improve the accuracy of estimates and competitiveness of bids.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the Operations team in project development activities such as scope definition and preconstruction planning including budgets and cost plans.
• Risk Assessment: Collaborate with estimating team to identify and complete risk analysis associated with
• Process Improvement: Continuously evaluate and improve estimation processes, tools, and methodologies to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Interaction: Work closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, Engineers, Architects, and clients on awarded contracts by estimating extra work items, change orders & credits. Analyze tender documents by reading and interpreting blueprints, maps, drawings, and specifications.
• Participate: Attend and prepare internal pre-tender meetings, estimate reviews, and tender closing meetings. Attend project completion meetings to discuss positive and negative aspects of project
• Handover: Prepare estimating documents, budgets, and contracts for the Operations project execution teams.

WHAT WILL MAKE YOU A POSITIVE IMPACT?

• Proven experience in an estimation role with a focus on building and infrastructure construction projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, Engineering Technology Diploma, Construction Management Diploma or a Construction related Degree or Diploma is considered an asset.
• Experience working in the field on construction projects will be considered an asset.
• Knowledge and understanding of different construction methods, planning, scheduling, sequencing, and timelines.
• Resourceful and self-motivated with strong organizational skills and ability to multitask.
• Strong ability to develop and maintain productive working relationships with owners, peers and industry representatives, and leverage the industry relationships for a competitive advantage.
• Knowledge of Primavera P6 and/or MS Project is required.
• Experience working in Bluebeam, CAD, and/or digitized takeoff software will be considered an asset
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members, subcontractors, and clients.
• Flexibility and adaptability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, with the ability to adjust priorities and strategies as needed to meet changing project requirements and deadlines.
• Understand the importance of internal departmental collaboration and communication.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license.

READY TO JOIN US?

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER? YOU BET!

The finalized base pay for a successful candidate at Sigfusson Northern is determined based on several job-related influences such as experience, training, market demands, location, role expectations etc.

Sigfusson Northern is proud to be an employer who provides equal opportunities. Our team is successful because we consist of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse experiences, perceptions, and skillsets that allow our company to continuously develop, grow, and succeed.

CAREER GROWTH? ABSOLUTELY!

We are known to work on challenging yet exciting projects, and we know our success comes from our people. Growth opportunities are available and your personal and career growth are a top priority for us. We are confident you will elevate your skillset and be provided with continuous learning opportunities throughout your entire career with Sigfusson Northern.

MENTAL, PHYSICAL, & FINANCIAL HEALTH FOCUS? ALWAYS!

WE CARE is one of our core values and we truly care about your mental, physical, and financial health. Time to recharge? Yes. We have a great work-life balance initiative which includes a competitive vacation program and flexibility. Competitive salaries & benefits? Yes. We are always ensuring our employees are taken care of and we offer an appealing compensation and benefits package, along with additional perks. Financial support? Sigfusson Northern provides access to financial outlets and has educational sessions to assist our employees with financial planning and preparation. We care about your future!

A COLLABORATIVE, MOTIVATING, AND FUN ENVIRONMENT? OF COURSE!

In your first few days, it’s all about getting settled in, meeting your new teammates, and ensuring you have everything you need to be successful in your role. We care about first impressions, and we want to make sure you have the best one. Our onboarding experience is something we take seriously, and we want you to feel valued as soon as you walk through the door. We continuously put on exciting company events, celebrations, and have recognition programs to show our employees that we appreciate them, and we encourage collaboration, and a dynamic, strong, and positive workplace culture.

SO, WHY CHOOSE US?

• Our company culture; it’s something unique and special.
• The opportunity to bring a renewed perspective and innovative approaches to our project operations.
• We care about work/life balance.
• An employee-owned company that is rapidly growing.
• Employer paid benefits and a RSP/DPSP
• Learning and development opportunities and reimbursements.
• A challenging role that provides continuous learning opportunities; and is also rewarding at the same time.
• Employee recognition
• A very collaborative, supportive, diverse team that is full of good people!

Challenge yourself at Sigfusson Northern. There’s no better place to grow your career.