Estimator / Project Manager

Brandon University; Brandon; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A commercial construction company in Brandon, MB seeks a Commercial Project Manager to oversee bidding and management of projects. The role requires expertise in construction estimation and project management, alongside the ability to lead multiple projects and teams. This full-time position involves close collaboration with site supervisors, managing construction documents, and maintaining effective communication with stakeholders. Competitive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Company events

Dental care

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Extended health care

Life insurance

On-site parking

Paid time off

Wellness program

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in construction estimating.
• 3 years of experience in project management.
• Ability to commute/relocate to Brandon, MB.

Responsibilities

• Review projects for tender and prepare estimate and tender documents.
• Create and update project schedules.
• Maintain construction documents and manage change orders.
• Prepare material estimations for construction projects.
• Work closely with site supervisors and manage site staff.
• Communicate with stakeholders on all project aspects.

Skills

Construction estimation and project management

Experience managing people

Exceptional organizational skills

Ability to schedule others

Self-starter personality

Ability to use software and Office 365

Valid class 5 driver’s licence

Job description

Jacobson Commercial Ltd.

HOURS of WORK: Full-time Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm (flexible)

Position Description:

Reporting to the General Manager, the Commercial Project Manager is responsible for bidding and managing commercial construction projects.

Skills, Abilities & Experience

• Construction estimation and project management
• Experience managing people
• Possess exceptional organizational skills to manage multiple projects at a time
• Proven ability to schedule others (trades, employees)
• Self-starter personality with the ability to accept and adapt to a changing environment
• Ability to use software and Office 365 to assist in tasks and management
• Valid class 5 driver’s licence

Job Duties

• Review projects for tender and prepare estimate, tender documents and submit
• Create Project Schedules and update throughout project
• Maintain construction documents and drawings including change order management and process accordingly
• Material estimation for all construction materials associated with project
• Prepare submittals and review/stamp supplier and vendor submittals
• Work closely with the Site Supervisor assigned to the project, assist where needed in ordering materials as required, managing Sub Contractors/site staff, scheduling inspections and testing with proper authorities/consultants/testing firms.
• Communicate with site supervisors/contractors/superiors/owners on all aspects of the project

What We Offer

• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Wellness program

Requirements

• Ability to commute/relocate to Brandon, MB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
• Construction estimating: 3 years experience (preferred)
• Project management: 3 years experience (preferred)

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Successful applicants will be required to provide proof of licensure, including a clear driving abstract, upon hire, depending on the nature of the position. Jacobson Commercial Ltd. is an equal opportunities employer.