Senior Estimator

PCL Construction; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

PCL Construction seeks a Senior Estimator in Edmonton, Alberta to conduct detailed analysis of contract documents and manage project requirements. The ideal candidate will have 12+ years in construction cost estimating and a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. The role involves establishing schedules, leading pricing strategies, and conducting risk analyses. PCL is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, fostering diversity and inclusivity in the workplace.

Qualifications

• 12 years of progressive experience in construction cost estimating preferred.
• Experience with self-perform estimate and productivity understanding.
• Resourceful and self‑motivated with strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed analysis of contract documents and specifications.
• Establish critical path schedule including milestone dates.
• Lead pricing of general expenses and project requirements.
• Assist in presenting estimates and client presentations.
• Conduct risk and opportunity analysis for review.

Skills

Construction cost estimating

Project management

Risk analysis

Client presentations

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related discipline

Gold Seal certification in estimating

Job description

At PCL, we build the places where life happens and foster camaraderie along the way. We’re a community of builders committed to building better communities.

Responsibilities

• Conducts detailed analysis of contract documents (isometric, as-built, engineering drawings) and specifications for large hard‑bid / lump sum, construction management and small to medium design build projects to determine overall project requirements (bonding, insurance, etc.).
• Establishes a critical path schedule including milestone dates and completion timelines to meet contract completion dates for large projects.
• Completes full quantity take‑off of all labor, equipment, and materials for larger scopes.
• Leads pricing of the general expense and project‑specific general requirements for medium to large projects (lump sum and construction management).
• Completes as‑bid estimate and trade buy‑out strategy with operations team.
• Assists in presenting estimate/proposal and prepares and delivers client presentations.
• Performs quantity, material, and labor take‑off from drawings, specifications, and related documents.
• Documents all information relating to the estimate and archives and organizes such information to transfer to the project team upon successful award.
• Conducts risk and opportunity analysis for review by chief estimator to add into risk register.
• Liaises with external consultants and project management organizations to estimate project budget requirements and coordinates tender development process on behalf of clients.
• Monitors client project‑specific success criteria (CPSSC); specifically understands owners’ business, requirements, revenue generation, and provides solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related discipline or Trade experience or equivalent.
• Gold Seal certification in estimating required (CDN).
• 12 years of progressive experience in construction cost estimating with 12 months of onsite experience preferred.
• Successfully led pursuits valued up to $250 million in delivery model hard bid/lump sum, construction management/cost reimbursable/target price and/or design build.
• Experience with self‑perform estimate and productivity understanding.
• Knowledge and understanding of different construction methods, planning, scheduling, sequencing, potential problems, and timelines and is a district champion in these matters.
• Extensive knowledge of key principles involved in bid preparation, including quantity take‑off procedures, trade contractor procurement, pricing and bid closing procedures.
• Expert in understanding and teaching contract terms for various delivery models and able to identify contract risks and opportunities.
• Understands different bid processes and contract delivery type methods: Hard bid/lump sum, guaranteed maximum price (GMP), unit price, design‑build, target prices and construction management/cost reimbursable.
• Ability to lead successful teams.
• Resourceful and self‑motivated with strong organizational skills and ability to multitask.
• Strong ability to develop and maintain productive working relationships with owners, peers and industry representatives, and leverage the industry relationships for a competitive advantage.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The PCL Companies celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating equitable opportunities and an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We make employment‑related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or veteran status.

Contact and Application Information

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Primary Location: Edmonton, Alberta (Corporate), Calgary, Alberta, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Montréal, Quebec, Regina, Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Vancouver, British Columbia, Winnipeg, Manitoba

Job: Senior Estimator

Requisition: 8075