Intermediate Estimator

W3Global; Ottawa; Presencial; CAD 90 000 - 130 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

W3Global in Ottawa, Canada is seeking a Senior Estimator to lead the preparation of accurate, competitive bids for institutional and commercial construction projects, with a focus on publicly funded lump-sum tenders. You will review drawings, quantities, and supplier quotes to build complete submissions and identify risks.

You will collaborate with estimating and project teams, support value engineering, and assist with RFQs/RFPs, aiming to deliver pricing that meets client requirements while

Qualificações

• 3 to 5 years of relevant construction estimating experience.
• Knowledge of institutional and commercial construction.
• Experience with publicly funded lump-sum projects is an asset.
• Ability to read drawings and specs, assess scope and risk, prepare accurate estimates.
• Strong attention to detail and effective communication with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Team-oriented professional who takes ownership and develops estimating skills.

Responsabilidades

• Review drawings, specifications, and project requirements to understand scope and risks.
• Prepare quantity takeoffs, detailed estimates, and bid submissions.
• Solicit, review, and compare subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Support value engineering and cost-optimization initiatives.
• Assist with estimate reviews, tender closings, clarifications, and negotiations.
• Collaborate with estimating and project teams to deliver competitive pricing.
• Assist in RFQ/RFP responses and ensure submissions align with client requirements.
• Maintain labour, material, and historical project-cost data to support estimates and opportunities.

Conhecimentos

Construction estimating

Reading drawings

Attention to detail

Communication

Team orientation

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the company

As Senior Estimator, you will help prepare accurate, competitive bids for institutional and commercial construction projects, with a primary focus on publicly funded, lump-sum tenders.

• Review drawings, specifications, and project requirements to understand scope, identify risks, and clarify issues.
• Prepare quantity takeoffs, detailed estimates, and complete bid submissions.
• Solicit, review, and compare subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Support value engineering and cost-optimization initiatives.
• Assist with estimate reviews, tender closings, clarifications, and negotiations.
• Collaborate with estimating and project teams to deliver complete, competitive pricing.
• Support the preparation and coordination of responses to requests for qualifications (RFQs) and requests for proposals (RFPs), helping ensure submissions are complete and aligned with client requirements.
• Assist in maintaining current labour, material, and historical project-cost data to support estimates and business-development opportunities.

Full Job Description

As Senior Estimator, you will help prepare accurate, competitive bids for institutional and commercial construction projects, with a primary focus on publicly funded, lump-sum tenders.

• Review drawings, specifications, and project requirements to understand scope, identify risks, and clarify issues.
• Prepare quantity takeoffs, detailed estimates, and complete bid submissions.
• Solicit, review, and compare subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Support value engineering and cost-optimization initiatives.
• Assist with estimate reviews, tender closings, clarifications, and negotiations.
• Collaborate with estimating and project teams to deliver complete, competitive pricing.
• Support the preparation and coordination of responses to requests for qualifications (RFQs) and requests for proposals (RFPs), helping ensure submissions are complete and aligned with client requirements.
• Assist in maintaining current labour, material, and historical project-cost data to support estimates and business-development opportunities.

This role is an opportunity to take ownership of your work, contribute to meaningful pursuits, and grow within an experienced and collaborative team.

About You

• 3 to 5 years of relevant construction estimating experience
• Knowledge of institutional and commercial construction
• Experience with publicly funded lump-sum projects is an asset
• Ability to read drawings and specifications, assess scope and risk, and prepare accurate estimates
• Strong attention to detail and effective communication with subcontractors and suppliers
• A positive, team-oriented professional who takes ownership of your work, shares ideas, supports colleagues, and is committed to developing your estimating skills.