Senior Estimator – Nova Scotia

Avondale Construction Ltd; Halifax; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP matching

Company health benefits

Private office

Positive team environment

Job summary

Avondale Construction Ltd in Halifax is seeking a Senior Estimator to support and lead diverse project pursuits across healthcare, education, hospitality, and more. You will prepare preliminary schedules, quantify costs and manage subcontractor bids to deliver competitive, win-ready estimates.

The role requires a construction-related degree or diploma and 5+ years in estimating, with proficiency in Excel, Takeoff, MS Project, and Bluebeam.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Construction related Degree or Diploma training program.
• 5+ years of construction-related experience, including a combination of field and estimating experience.
• Proficiency in the use of MS Excel, On-screen Takeoff, MS Project, Bluebeam is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Determine and create the project scope of work to allow for subcontractor assistance.
• Set-up and complete estimates in company standard estimating program.
• Prepare preliminary construction schedules based on subcontractor input.
• Complete estimate quantification and draft costing of labor, equipment, and material.
• Identify and develop constructability requirements for project construction.
• Analyze design criteria and assist in recommending best options based on cost, engineering quality, and availability of materials.
• Identify and propose project risk and cost mitigation as well as the potential for project opportunities and cost savings.
• Analyze subcontractor bids for irregularities and ensure the full scope of work is included.
• Participate in or lead the bid close with the oversight of a more senior estimator.
• Assemble conceptual and budget costs using past project analytics, benchmarking, and historical data.
• Lead a small team of support estimators and operational staff, assisting with the planning of their time and overseeing delegation and quality of work.
• Build upon and maintain relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders that reflect and support Avondale core values.

Skills

Estimating experience

Education

Construction degree or diploma

Tools

MS Excel

On-screen Takeoff

MS Project

Bluebeam

Job description

We are seeking top-tier talent to join our team deliver innovative projects in the healthcare, education, hospitality, recreational, entertainment, retail, commercial office, mixed-use, multi-family residential and light industrial sectors. As a member of this collaborative team, you can expect a safe, diverse and inclusive environment, and on-going learning and career development opportunities.

About The Role

Reporting to the Chief Estimator, you will support and lead a variety of project pursuits within our Nova Scotia operations. As an integral member of the team we are looking for someone with Lump Sum and Construction Management and Design Build contract experience, which in turn will prove beneficial when supporting project pursuits.

As a Senior Estimator At Avondale, You Will

• Determine and create the project scope of work to allow for subcontractor assistance
• Set-up and complete estimates in company standard estimating program
• Prepare preliminary construction schedules based on subcontractor input
• Complete estimate quantification and draft costing of labor, equipment, and material
• Identify and develop constructability requirements for project construction
• Analyze design criteria and assist in recommending best options based on cost, engineering quality, and availability of materials
• Identify and propose project risk and cost mitigation as well as the potential for project opportunities and cost savings
• Analyze and propose potential strategies, advantages, or innovations for the project that could provide Avondale with a more competitive bid
• Analyze subcontractor bids for irregularities and ensure the full scope of work is included
• Participate in or lead the bid close with the oversight of a more senior estimator
• Assemble conceptual and budget costs using past project analytics, benchmarking, and historical data
• Lead a small team of support estimators and operational staff, assisting with the planning of their time and overseeing delegation and quality of work
• Build upon and maintain relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders that reflect and support Avondale core values

Qualifications/ Experience

• Completion of a Construction related Degree or Diploma training program
• 5+ years of construction-related experience, including a combination of field and estimating experience, is an asset
• Proficiency in the use of MS Excel, On-screen Takeoff, MS Project, Bluebeam is an asset

The company offers a very competitive salary, RRSP matching, Company paid Manulife Health benefits, a private office and a positive team environment.

If this sounds like you, then Avondale, Halifax may be the right fit.