Senior Estimator

Asco Construction Ltd; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Disability benefits

Employee Family Assistance Program

Matching RRSP program

Profit sharing

Performance and merit-based recognition

Flexible working hours

Job summary

A construction company in Ottawa is looking for a Senior Estimator to lead the preconstruction team. This role involves developing competitive cost estimates and managing the estimating process for ICI projects. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience and excellent knowledge of the local market. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years experience as Construction Estimator in Canada.
• Excellent knowledge of local market conditions and construction costs.
• Ability to read and interpret complex construction documents.

Responsibilities

• Lead proposal and budget development for ICI projects.
• Analyze drawings and specifications to prepare cost estimates.
• Mentor junior estimators and support staff in estimating techniques.

Skills

Construction estimating

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Leadership

Risk management

Education

Degree in construction management or engineering

Tools

Estimating software (e.g., Bluebeam)

MS Office Suite

MS Project

Job description

Base pay range

CA$100,000.00/yr - CA$130,000.00/yr

Overview

ASCO’s Senior Estimator plays a major leadership role within the preconstruction team by leading the development of proposals, budgets and accurate and competitive cost estimates for ICI projects. This position is responsible for managing the estimating process from concept through bid submission ensuring that all proposals, budgets and bids are complete, competitive and aligned with the strategic goals of the Company.

Responsibilities

• Search for bid and prequalification opportunities
• Develop and maintain an up-to-date estimating system complete with labor, material, equipment, and rental costs database
• Evaluate and manage project risks and opportunities from a cost perspective
• Coordinate and participate in pre-bid meetings, site visits, and client presentations
• Develop and maintain relationships with subcontractors, vendors, and clients to obtain competitive pricing and ensure accurate bid proposals
• Maintain awareness of Construction Industry related trends, advances and improvements, technical or political activities that could affect the company
• Analyze architectural and engineering drawings, project specifications, and other documents to prepare detailed estimates for materials, labor, equipment, and subcontractor services
• Mentor and guide junior estimators and support staff in best practices and estimating techniques
• Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with architects, consultants and development to attract new and repeat bid opportunities

Qualifications

• Hold a College or University Degree in construction management, engineering or related field
• Minimum of 10 years experience as Construction Estimator working for a General Contractor in Canada
• Excellent knowledge of local market conditions including construction costs and local subcontractor and supplier markets
• Proficient in estimating software such as Bluebeam, Planswift, Timberline, On-Screen Take Off and the likes
• Have good working knowledge of MS Office suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook), MS Project or Primavera scheduling software
• Ability to work on multiple bids simultaneously under tight deadlines
• Have excellent communication skills in English (mandatory) and in French (preferred)
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills
• Experience with lump sum bids, design-build and GMP projects
• Be able to read, understand and interpret complex contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and project schedules
• Competitive employee compensation
• Health, Dental and Disability benefits program
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• Matching RRSP program
• Profit sharing
• Performance and merit-based recognition
• Health and Wellness (flexible hours, working from home opportunities)
• Professional and career development opportunities

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

• Business Development, Engineering, and Project Management

Industries

• Civil Engineering and Architecture and Planning