Senior Rebar Estimator: Bids, Risk & Win Tracking

JDass Corp; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

JDass Corp in Vaughan, Ontario, is seeking a Senior Estimator - Rebar to lead the estimating process on project bids and identify new opportunities. You will coordinate with project teams and administration to ensure accurate takeoffs and timely handoffs.

The role requires proven rebar estimating experience, strong reading of drawings, and advanced skills in Estimating software and Blue Beam. The successful candidate will contribute to standardizing estimates and mitigating risks.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of rebar estimating experience.
• Expert ability to read and understand construction drawings and addenda.
• Proven level of knowledge with estimating systems, bid preparation and execution.
• Strong computer knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook and Excel) and Blue Beam.
• Experience with ASA estimating software is preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly organized and focused.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the estimating process for all project bids.
• Continuously hunt for new project opportunities, tenders and prequalifications.
• Work closely with administrative staff to manage the trade invitation process
• Work with administrative staff to manage a data base to measure wins/losses and to track performance
• Work closely with senior company leadership to prioritize opportunities and tenders
• Analyze project plans and specs and coordinate with project team to confirm full scope
• Establish estimating standards for all future estimates based on best practices and analysis
• Identify risks and how to mitigate
• Liase with various teams to ensure adherence to project scope and delivery timelines
• Review estimates from contracted estimators to ensure adherence to scope and check for potential mistakes
• Build estimates and ensure accurate quantity takeoffs
• Perform follow-up calls and email
• Manage project "Hand off" on all successful bids
• Assist with project planning
• Assist with estimating change orders and change directives

Skills

Reading construction drawings

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Post secondary education

Tools

ASA estimating software

Blue Beam

Excel

Outlook

Job description

JDass Corp in Vaughan, Ontario, is seeking a Senior Estimator - Rebar to lead the estimating process on project bids and identify new opportunities. You will coordinate with project teams and administration to ensure accurate takeoffs and timely handoffs.

The role requires proven rebar estimating experience, strong reading of drawings, and advanced skills in Estimating software and Blue Beam. The successful candidate will contribute to standardizing estimates and mitigating risks.