Senior Civil Estimator

Hays; Ontario; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in construction and maintenance of transportation infrastructure is hiring a Senior Civil Estimator in Ontario. The role involves preparing detailed cost estimates, participating in project management, and guiding junior staff. Candidates should have 7-10 years of experience in civil estimating, proficiency in essential software, and a relevant educational background. Competitive compensation package including bonuses and benefits awaits the successful applicant.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Performance bonuses

Benefits

Vacation

RRSP

Qualifications

• 7-10 years experience in heavy civil transportation and bridge projects.
• Ability to read and interpret construction related documents.
• Experience with estimating software is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates for various project types.
• Guide and train junior estimating staff.
• Negotiate major purchase and subcontract agreements.

Skills

Time Management

Team Collaboration

Interpretation of Technical Documents

Education

Degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering

Tools

Heavy Bid estimating software

MS Office

Bluebeam

Job description

1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Hays Civil Construction team in Ontario are partnered with our client to hire an experienced Senior Civil Estimator.

Your new Company

The business is recognized across Canada as a leader in the construction and maintenance of transportation infrastructure. Due to continued growth and progression planning the organization is hiring an experienced Senior Civil Estimator.

Your new Role

As the Senior Civil Estimator, reporting into the Chief Estimator, you will be responsible for the preparation of cost estimates for conventionally bid projects, design build projects, and other alternative delivery project (ADP) models. Your day to day will consist of the following: Develop a strategic and competitive plan for each tender; Guide the preparation of thorough, accurate and timely estimates, including the preparation and submission of bid documents and the development of clear written proposals and correspondence; Participate and understand design/build, ADP, and build to spec contracts; Accurate and timely interpretation of project drawings, specifications, supplier and subcontractor quotes, proposals, and other documentation; Prepare preliminary project schedules and draft schedules; Responsible for accurate take-off of quantities from project drawings and specifications; Prepare detailed estimates from first principals using cost history and past experience using existing estimating software systems in accordance with estimating policy, procedures and good practice; Solicit quotations and proposals from suppliers and subcontractors, either directly or with the assistance of a junior estimator; Peer review other estimators estimates; Guide, direct and train junior estimating and clerical staff; Assist project management group on project forecasting and costing out potential additional costs in claim situations or potential scope of work changes; Distribute and control of bid documents including addendums to other estimators; Follow-up of proposals to customer; Establish and maintain relationships with existing and new suppliers, and subcontractors; Attend site visits, pre-bid and pre-award meetings as required by the owner/engineer; Assist project management group in starting up a project by chairing post-award meetings and attending pre-construction meetings; Negotiate major purchase and subcontract agreements, prepare and review purchase orders and subcontract documents with project managers; Accumulate, evaluate, and document historical cost data and construction procedures and methods; Assist in maintenance and upgrade of the estimating database and software including analysis of field feedback on actual work performed.

What you’ll need to Succeed

To succeed as the Senior Civil Estimator, you will bring 7-10 years ongoing experience as a civil estimator in heavy civil transportation and bridge projects, augmented by additional project management experience is required; Completion of post-secondary education with a degree or diploma related to Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Estimating, or related education and/or experience; Ability to read and interpret construction related documents including plans, specifications, and other technical material; Ability to time manage and create plans to meet multiple deadlines within a high-pressure work environment; Experience with Heavy Bid estimating software, or equivalent systems is considered an asset; Proficiency using MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is essential, knowledge of using Bluebeam and scheduling software is also preferred; Ability to work effectively within a team environment; Adaptable to flexible work schedule when required to meet deadlines; Valid drivers license and ability to travel as required.

What you’ll get in Return

As the Senior Civil Estimator, you will earn a competitive compensation package, based on base salary + performance bonuses + benefits + vacation + RRSP + more.

What you need to do Now

If the Senior Civil Estimator opportunity sounds like it could be the right next step within your career, apply now. Taylor Housdon, your Hays Civil Construction consultant will soon be in touch with those who have the required experience to discuss next steps in the interview process.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management

• Industries

  Construction and Civil Engineering

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