Senior Cost Estimator

MKA Canada Inc.; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work from home flexibility

Benefits

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

MKA Canada Inc. in Vancouver is seeking a Senior Cost Estimator to lead a team of estimators, developing conceptual to detailed estimates and conducting construction audits for diverse projects. The role requires 5–10 years of experience in quantity surveying and cost management with site-based exposure.

The ideal candidate will have strong Excel skills and experience with estimating software, with travel across Canada and internationally as needed. Competitive package offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–10 years in construction quantity surveying, estimating and cost management.
• Site-based experience preferred.
• Ability to lead a team and provide cost/financial advice.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team in preparing estimates for large-scale commercial, institutional, and infrastructure projects.
• Prepare detailed quantity take-offs from site investigations, specs and drawings.
• Interface with clients, contractors and project owners to resolve issues.
• Conduct site inspections as necessary.
• Understand design plans, specs, codes and regional labour/material variations.
• Analyze and reconcile estimates and project costs.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Cost analysis

Project management

MS Excel

Communication

Education

Technical qualification in construction management or estimating

CIQS/RICS/PMI asset

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Company Description

MKA Canada Inc. is a multidisciplinary construction consulting company that provides construction management solutions to Project Owners and the Insurance, Legal, Construction and Surety Industry Sectors. Recognizing the unique needs of each client, our construction estimating, scheduling and construction management professionals utilize extensive industry experience and diverse skills to deliver a broad spectrum of quality services and integrated solutions to our clients.

Company Description

MKA Canada Inc. is a multidisciplinary construction consulting company that provides construction management solutions to Project Owners and the Insurance, Legal, Construction and Surety Industry Sectors. Recognizing the unique needs of each client, our construction estimating, scheduling and construction management professionals utilize extensive industry experience and diverse skills to deliver a broad spectrum of quality services and integrated solutions to our clients.

Role Description

This is a full time role for a Senior Cost Estimator to join our Vancouver office location. This position is for an individual capable of managing a team of estimators in the development of conceptual level to highly detailed level estimates and construction audits in the resolution of claims in a wide ranging number of projects. Ideally the candidate should possess a minimum of 5-10 years of experience in construction quantity surveying, estimating and cost management functions, preferably with site-based experience. The position is based in the Vancouver area, though travel will be required, both nationally and internationally, depending on the location of individual projects.

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Leading a team in the preparation of estimates on large scale commercial, institutional and infrastructure facilities.
• Leading the preparation of detailed quantity take-offs for complex designs from site investigations, specifications and design drawings.
• Interfacing with clients, contractors and project owners in the resolution of project issues.
• Undertaking assignments and site inspections as necessary.
• Understand construction design and layout plans, specifications, construction codes and standards.
• Possess knowledge of current market conditions affecting the cost of construction, technological innovations, contractual laws and obligations, material specifications, and regional variations affecting supply of labour and materials.
• Understand and conduct detail analysis and reconciliation of estimates and audit of project costs.

Qualification Requirements

• A recognized technical qualification in the field of construction management or estimating in all major construction trades.
• Accreditation from CIQS, RICS or PMI will be an asset.

Skill Requirements

• Be a self-directed individual, capable of providing technical expertise, leadership and mentorship to junior staff in the development of a core project team.
• Exercise sound judgment and have the ability to provide cost and financial advice at any stage of a building project to meet the needs of our clients in a variety of challenging multi-million dollar project environments.
• Have the ability to manage multiple projects, work accurately and prioritize tasks accordingly.
• Be an effective and accurate project record controller.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in written reports on all aspects of the role.
• Ability to build rapport, collaborate effectively across teams, and communicate with confidence is essential.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills with a variety of stakeholders, including clients, consultants, and contractors.
• Actively contribute to project delivery.
• Be proficient in the use of MS Excel and Word. Knowledge in the use of various estimating software systems would be seen as an asset.

Salary Expectations

$90,000.00 – $100,000.00 per annum

What You Get

As an employer, MKA provides a competitive salary, combined with an attractive benefits and retirement savings plans and the ability to have work from home flexibility.

Our dynamic work environment is one which provides the opportunity to work on a diverse range of project type and scale. Additionally, opportunities for advancement exist based on proven performance.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be authorized to work in Canada.

www.mkainc.ca