Estimator, Infrastructure

3M HEALTHCARE; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 65,200 - 89,650; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive total rewards package

Opportunities for skill development

Job summary

Dormont Manufacturing Co is seeking an experienced Estimator for large-scale infrastructure projects in Vancouver. You will lead on quantity take-offs, cost analysis, and manage competitive bids using advanced estimating software.

Your role involves analyzing project documentation, supervising estimates, and driving effective solutions to enhance project outcomes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in construction practices and tools such as InEightEstimate and Primavera P6, with a proven history of effective teamwork.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of related estimating experience.
• Understanding of construction documents and ability to assess level of completeness.
• Knowledge of construction costs and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead on quantity take-offs and cost analysis for projects.
• Supervise bid invitations and pricing management.
• Prepare bid estimates and presentation for management review.

Skills

Knowledge of modern construction practices

Strong computer skills (MS Office, Bluebeam, Primavera P6)

Ability to work in a team

Education

Post-secondary diploma or degree in Construction Management, Estimating, Engineering

Tools

InEightEstimate

Primavera P6

Job description

As an experienced Estimator with a strong background in large-scale infrastructure projects, you will take the lead on quantity take-offs, cost analysis, and competitive bid management. Utilizing advanced estimating software, you’ll develop accurate lump sum, unit rate, and cost-plus estimates across a wide range of complex projects.

Your analytical expertise and forward-thinking approach will drive innovative, cost-effective solutions that enhance project outcomes. In this role, you’re not just estimating—you’re laying the groundwork for transformative infrastructure.

Come join our True Blue team today!

Essential Responsibilities

• Interfacesand communicates effectively (written and oral) with the estimating team, with all levels of management,clientsand industry contacts
• Sharesexpertisewith the estimating team in an ongoing effort to develop, recommend revisions and implement procedures, standards,rulesand regulations
• Implements and maintains Ledcor systems and procedures in relation to estimating
• Analyzes plans, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare bid estimates for projects, performs complete estimates on selected projects consisting of project site visit, quantity take-off, pricing, and presentation of the estimate for management review
• Supervises the solicitation of tradesregardingbid invitations, pricing, addenda, and tender/bid closings
• Supervises and performs quantity take-offs for all areas of the estimate while ensuring the take-off is well notated for hand-over to the project team and includes safety and security requirements required by Ledcor policies and applicable legislation
• Applies knowledge and skills through the handling of complex problems and sharesexpertisewith the estimating team in an ongoing effort to develop, recommend revisions and implement procedures, standards,rulesand regulations
• Prepares conceptual estimates by interpreting historical data
• Researches and analyzes cost data for review and presentation to management

Qualifications

• Completion of post-secondary education with a diploma or degree related to Construction Management, Estimating, Engineering or a related education
• 5-8 years of related estimating experience
• Knowledge of modern construction practices,techniquesand equipment
• An understanding of construction documents and the ability to assess the level of completeness
• Knowledge of construction costs and budgets, ability to develop a project schedule
• Strong computer background including experience with MS Office, Bluebeam,InEightEstimate, Primavera P6, and related software
• Ability to work in a team environment and willing to promote teamwork by motivating,coachingand guiding others

Compensation

$65,200.00 - $89,650.00

This is the expected base pay range for this role. Individual base pay will be determined based on a variety of factors including experience, knowledge, skills, education and location.

Our competitive total rewards package provides compensation and benefits that support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. We offer exciting, challenging work with opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge.

Additional Information

The Ledcor Group of Companies is one of North America’s most diversified construction companies. Ledcor is a company built on a rich history of long-standing project successes.

Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging.

Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page.