Senior Estimator - Water/Wastewater Construction

Maple Reinders; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 105,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salaries

Three weeks paid vacation

RRSP with employer matching

Group Health Insurance Plan

Career growth and learning opportunities

Job summary

Maple Reinders is seeking an experienced Construction Professional for its Civil Estimating team in Edmonton. The role involves preparing detailed cost estimates and working on various civil projects focused on Water/Wastewater. Candidates must have 7+ years of relevant experience and a degree in Engineering.

This position offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, including vacation time, bonuses, and professional growth opportunities. Fully remote work may also be considered for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• 7+ years experience estimating Water/Wastewater projects or dual role of Project Manager & Estimator.
• Background in construction as a Project Manager, Superintendent, or tradesperson.
• Experience in food & beverage or chemical industry is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and tenders.
• Review project drawings and specifications.
• Liaise with subcontractors, suppliers, and stakeholders.

Skills

Estimating Water/Wastewater projects

Project Management

Civil Experience

Mechanical Experience in related fields

Education

University Degree/Technology Diploma in Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Maple Reinders is currently looking to add an experienced Construction Professional to our Civil Estimating team. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on a variety of civil projects across Canada with a focus on Water / Wastewater.

We are a growing organization and are continually winning new work! Whether the opportunities are Plan Spec, Design/Build, or Construction Management, our Estimator will prepare tenders from concept to submission with an emphasis on understanding and evaluating risk.

Responsibilities

• Assuming responsibility for the preparation of detailed and accurate cost estimates and tenders, employing your experience and working with Maple accepted practices and systems.
• Reviewing drawings and specifications, developing a thorough understanding of the project needs, requirements and risk.
• Selecting and contacting sub-contractors and suppliers and obtaining quotations.
• Preparing and reviewing suppliers and sub-contractors' scope of work.
• Preparing quality take-offs, with specific focus on self-performed and self-priced tasks.
• Closing tenders in consultation with senior managers.
• Finalizing tender submission.
• Assisting with coding of estimates where we are the successful bidder.
• Review of preliminary work schedules using MS Project.
• Identifying construction risks, opportunities and thorough assessment of site conditions, sub-contractor and labour availability.
• Liaising, consulting, and communicating with Engineers, Architects, Owners, Contractors, and Subcontractors, and providing value engineering and adjustments to cost estimates.
• Assisting Chief Estimator with reviewing bid opportunities and strategies.
• Participating, as a member of a proposal team in the development of P3, Design/Build, Design Build Operate, Construction and/or Project Management opportunities, together with Major Projects staff.
• Participating in the preparation of presentations or proposals with the Major Projects staff.
• Cultivating and maintaining positive relationships with sub-contractors, suppliers and engineers.
• Mentoring and coaching junior staff.

Scope

• The flow of product through an operating process facility and how proposed contract changes will need to be incorporated.
• How the construction of the facility will need to progress from a practical standpoint including sequencing, tie-ins and staging of the work.

Qualifications

• 7+ years experience estimating Water/Wastewater projects or working in a combined role of Project Manager & Estimator in Water / Wastewater.
• Background as a Project Manager, Superintendent, or trades person with experience in Water / Wastewater construction.
• Mechanical experience in the food & beverage or chemical industry is also an asset.
• Process Mechanical experience preferred.
• Civil (excavation and site piping) experience would be an asset.
• A University Degree/Technology Diploma in Engineering, Red Seal Certification (mechanical related) or a combination of education and industry experience.

Benefits

• Competitive Salaries (paid weekly).
• Three weeks paid vacation plus additional gifted days off over the Christmas break.
• RRSP with employer matching (up to 5%).
• Discretionary bonuses & profit sharing.
• Group Health Insurance Plan (medical, dental, health care spending account).
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Employee rewards program (Maple Points).
• Discount programs & memberships.
• Employee and Project referral bonuses.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Career growth and learning opportunities, including professional certifications.

Salary Range: $105,000 - $155,000 / Year (depending on experience)

Location: Primarily looking for an individual in our Mississauga office but may consider other office locations for the right individual. Will also consider fully remote work for the right candidate.

Maple Reinders is an equal opportunity employer and supports employment equity and diversity in the workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals including women, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and others who reflect our ever-changing workplace. Upon request, Maple Reinders accommodates candidates with disabilities throughout the hiring process.

If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please contact [e-mail].