Field Estimator (Structural Steel)

Walters Group; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned company specializing in steel construction is looking for a Field Estimator in Hamilton, ON. This role involves preparing detailed cost estimates for various structural steel projects. The ideal candidate has strong analytical and communication skills, with at least 5 years of experience in construction estimating.

Benefits

Vacation

Paid sick and bereavement leaves

Flexible extended health and dental care packages

RRSP Matching

Profit Sharing

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in construction, fabrication, field or project estimating.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ability to learn custom estimating platforms.

Responsibilities

• Prepare comprehensive and accurate cost estimates for structural steel projects.
• Review proposal specifications and preliminary drawings for field.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Post-Secondary degree or diploma in engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Bluebeam

Tekla Structures

Job description

Walters Group is a family-owned steel construction company that designs, fabricates, and constructs unique and complex commercial and industrial projects throughout North America. With over 65 years of experience, Walters ensures high quality results through our passion and commitment to every project. Our head office is located in Hamilton and we have multiple fabrication plants in Hamilton, Stoney Creek and Princeton. As Walters grows and expands into new markets, we are seeking to welcome aspiring and driven individuals to our team who share our passion, vision, and values.

At Walters, we build history, and we are incredibly proud of our projects, to name a few - Tim Hortons Field in Hamilton, ON, the Burgoyne Bridge in St. Catharines, ON, The Bow in Calgary, AB, and the Canadian Museum of Human Rights in Winnipeg, MB.

We're consistently ranked among the best companies to work for, including Canada's Best Managed and Great Place to Work Certified. We're committed to supporting and developing our teams. We also ensure a positive, safe, collaborative work environment with ample personal and career development opportunities.

If you want to be a part of our team – read on and apply. Even if you feel like you don’t meet all criteria, please give it a shot, and still apply.

About the Position:

The Field Estimator is responsible for preparing comprehensive and accurate cost estimates for the labour and equipment required to construct a variety of structural steel projects across North America.

Main responsibilities will include:

• Review proposal specifications and preliminary drawings for field to determine scope of work and determine the quantity of materials and labour required for the project (takeoff process) and any other factors that may impact overall cost.
• Complete full quantity take-off of all labour, equipment and materials required to complete the project as per contract specifications.
• Analyzes site conditions, specifications, safety requirements, and takeoff quantities and determines the optimum equipment.
• Calculate man hours required for all associated work with the project, while determining the efficient balance between shop work and field work.
• Solicit competitive pricing from vendors and suppliers.
• Budget overall equipment and labour costs for projects.
• Recalculate estimates in response to any client/architectural specification changes, as required.
• Implement best practices and procedures to ensure consistency.
• Attending site walks and bid review meetings to explain erection methodology and support the sales team.

Work Location:

• Hamilton, ON.

Position Requirements:

• Post-Secondary degree or diploma in engineering, Construction Technology or equivalent technical field
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ability to learn custom estimating platforms.
• 5+ years’ experience in construction, fabrication, field or project estimating.
• Demonstrated understanding of construction procedures, field estimating principles, conceptual estimating, and cost analysis.

Skills, Knowledge and Competency Requirements:

• Knowledge of key principles involved in bid preparation, including quantity take-off procedures, sub-trade procurement, pricing and bid procedures
• Deep understanding of structural steel erection techniques
• Working knowledge of site safety, union labour requirements, and field crew logistics
• Proficiency with estimating and design software (Bluebeam and Tekla Structures)
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and 3D models
• High attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Effective communicator with strong analytical critical and creative thinking skills
• Self-motivated and able to work independently and collaboratively as required

Compensation Package:

• Negotiable salary based on experience.
• Vacation.
• Paid sick and Bereavement leaves.
• Flexible extended health and dental care packages.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• RRSP Matching.
• Profit Sharing.
• Employee Family Scholarship Program.
• Tuition support (Apprentice, Continued Education)
• Values in Action (ViA)- participating in charity events coordinated by employees. As well as team bonding activities.

Walters Group is committed to providing accommodations throughout the interview and employment process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.

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