Senior Estimator

Urbacon; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Urbacon is a Toronto-based full-service design, construction and real estate development firm. The Senior Estimator will lead major cost estimates, review bid documents, and drive budget planning and tender strategy for diverse projects.

Urbacon seeks 10+ years in progressive estimating on ICI projects, strong CCDC2/5B knowledge, and proficiency with estimating software. Office-based role at head office, five days per week.

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in progressive estimating for large ICI projects.
• Experience with general contractors or construction managers.
• Proficiency in estimating software.
• Knowledge of CCDC2 and CCDC5B tenders.
• Able to manage multiple estimates and work extra hours.

Responsibilities

• Review bid documents to identify special requirements and mitigate risks.
• Review plans and specifications in detail.
• Interpret bid submission requirements.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings and develop bid strategies.
• Take-offs, schedule/price estimates, preliminary schedules, GCs.
• Prepare budgets, cost proposals and value engineering.
• Coordinate with subtrades and industry professionals.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Education

Construction/Engineering degree

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

About Us

As a full-service design, construction, and real estate development firm, Urbacon is active in a variety of markets, providing a broad range of expertise.

Senior Estimator – Urbacon

About Us

As a full-service design, construction, and real estate development firm, Urbacon is active in a variety of markets, providing a broad range of expertise.

Urbacon was founded in 1984 with one goal in mind – to bring a new standard of quality, integrity, and honesty to construction and project management. Since then, our clients have come to rely on us to manage everything from large-scale design-build projects to exceptional commercial interiors, from the installation of mission-critical power and technology management systems to complex data-centre facilities that meet exacting criteria. We have built and maintained a solid reputation for construction and project management excellence across Canada.

Role Objectives

As a senior estimator, you will be responsible for calculating major construction cost estimates, and you will be involved in the planning, development, negotiation, and contract execution of a project.

Responsibilities

• Review of bid documents identifying special requirements and assisting the department in mitigation of risks.
• Review plans and specifications in detail.
• Interpret specific requirements of any bid submission.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, develop bid strategies and take ownership of the budget / tender process.
• Take-offs, schedule/price estimates and prepare preliminary schedules, general requirements for review.
• Prepare budgets, cost proposals and value engineering to suit different project delivery methods.
• Coordinate with subtrades and industry professionals.

Candidate Requirements

• Academic background related to construction/engineering and/or applicable designation in estimating.
• 10+ years experience in progressive estimating positions with general contractors and/or construction managers on large and medium sized ICI projects (Fit-ups, Additions, New Builds.)
• Strong skills in estimating software.
• Ability to create detailed estimates from preliminary information.
• Strong background in CCDC2 and CCDC5B contract type tenders.
• Excellent knowledge in tendering procedures and industry trends.
• Ability to manage multiple estimates simultaneously and flexibility to work additional hours when required.

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and leadership skills to work with cross-functional teams
• Analytical and strong problem-solving abilities
• Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail

Location & Commitments

• Urbacon Head Office – 750 Lakeshore Blvd East – 5 days a week

Urbacon is an equal opportunity employer committed to abiding by all equal opportunity employment standards.

Urbacon is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, we will work with you to meet your needs.

We thank all candidates for their interest in Urbacon, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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