Senior Estimator

Alberici Constructors; Burlington; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Alberici Constructors in Canada seeks a Senior Estimator to lead the estimating process for assigned projects, develop project budgets, and collaborate with clients and internal teams to ensure solid cost planning.

The role emphasizes value engineering, procurement planning, and adherence to Alberici procedures to meet client needs and project goals.

Qualifications

• Post secondary degree in Engineering, Architecture, Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Construction Management or related field.
• 10+ years of estimating experience with strong leadership capabilities.
• Experience across multiple contract models (design-bid-build, progressive design-build, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains client relationships and owner coordination.
• Prepares detailed quantity take-offs and estimates for labor, material, and equipment.
• Leads procurement plans, labour forecasts, and site/workflow logistics.
• Manages risk assessment and value engineering activities.
• Develops and manages project budgets and cost plans from design through execution.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Written reports

Problem solving

Reading drawings/diagrams

Education

Engineering/Architecture degree

10+ years experience

Job description

Short Description

Alberici Constructors Ltd. is seeking a Senior Estimator to join our growing team! This role is responsible for managing the estimating process for assigned projects, developing project budgets, and collaborating with clients and internal teams to ensure successful project planning.

About Alberici

Alberici Constructors, Ltd. is part of Alberici Corporation, a $4-billion North American construction firm recently ranked 31st largest General Contractor in Engineering News Record.

Operating in the Canadian construction industry since 1908, Alberici has served countless communities through the development of infrastructure, food manufactories and energy centers amongst others. At Alberici, we are proud of the quality of life our buildings bring to families throughout North America. Working at Alberici means satisfaction in knowing the work we do improves the lives of others. In turn, we continually invest in the development of our employees to provide them with fulfilling careers.

We build the critical structures that improve lives and strengthen communities.

Our mission is simple — and our approach to delivering on it is equally straightforward. We are as open and honest with our employees and partners as we are with our clients. We are here to work together to do the best work possible to bring this mission to life.

When it comes to our team, Alberici employees are built differently. We seek the best and brightest and are committed to investing in our people and providing the training and resources they need to learn, grow, and advance.

Built for the Challenge?

Our Values

Working Safely

Valuing Diversity

Serving Humbly

Executing with Integrity

Solving Creatively

Engaging Fully

About The Role

The Senior Estimator is responsible for managing the estimating process for assigned projects or for portions of a project requiring special expertise. The Senior Estimator is accountable for the quality of the work prepared under his/her direction, and is required to work closely with the owner, design consultant and project manager to prepare cost plans, undertake value engineering, complete cost saving exercises and develop the project budget. The Senior Estimator will be familiar with and follow ACL estimating and quality procedures and will adhere to the Alberici Subcontractor Fairness Policy as well as ensuring the needs of the client are met.

Key Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains a positive working relationship with the owner and the owner’s agents.
• Produces detailed quantity take-off and prices labour, material and equipment portions of estimates.
• Develops and maintains relationships with suppliers/subcontractors to ensure competitive pricing.
• Manages the estimating process including site conditions, safety requirements, and interpretation of project drawings and specifications.
• Identifies and quantifies potential project risks and assists management with risk analysis.

Pre-Construction Procurement

• Lead internal construction project start-up meeting and administrative project set up.
• Actively participate in developing procurement plans, labour and equipment forecast, logistics plan and site workflow.
• Develop Bid Packages including scopes of work, drawing packages, and specifications.
• Monitor and maintain preconstruction schedule.
• Participate in design, constructability and value engineering reviews.
• Prepare and manage project budgets and estimates during design development.
• Oversee the tendering, risk assessment and award recommendation process of sub-trade contracts.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Reads and interprets documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Practices strong communication skills and writes routine reports and correspondence.
• Effectively presents information in one-on-one and small group situations.
• Interprets a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Applies concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Defines problems, collects data, establishes facts and draws valid conclusions.
• Organizes and manages time, duties, and activities efficiently.

Qualifications & Experience

• Post secondary degree/diploma in Engineering, Architecture, Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Construction Management or related field plus 10+ years experience.
• Managerial experience is considered an asset.
• Broad range of past experience working in multiple different contract model environments including design-bid-build, progressive design-build and other integrated forms of agreement.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• E.T, Gold Seal Certification in Estimating and/or Project Management is preferred.

Alberici is a North American company with multiple Operating Companies: Alberici Constructors, Inc., Alberici Constructors, LTD., Alberici Construcciones, BRC, CAS Constructors, Filanc, Flintco, Hillsdale Fabricators, Kienlen Constructors, and WWPS.

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