Sr. Structures Estimator

Kiewit; Oakville; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Structures Estimator to join their dynamic team in Oakville. In this pivotal role, you will analyze bid documents and prepare detailed quantity and cost evaluations for structural projects across Canada. You'll collaborate with various teams to develop execution plans and schedules, ensuring projects are well-coordinated from inception to completion. This role promises exciting challenges in the construction sector, offering opportunities to work on significant projects while maintaining professional relationships with clients and subcontractors. If you have a passion for construction and estimation, this is the perfect opportunity to advance your career.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Wellness Programs

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plans

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 8+ years of construction estimation experience required.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian construction methods essential.
• Proficient in estimating software and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates for major projects across Canada.
• Review plans and specifications to understand project scope.
• Conduct material surveys and evaluate costs for materials.

Skills

Construction Estimation

Project Management

Detail-oriented

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Fluent in English

Tools

Estimating Software

BlueBeam

InEight Estimate

Job description

Job Overview

As a Senior Structures Estimator, you will analyze bid documents and prepare quantity and cost evaluations for structural steel and concrete scopes. You will also develop the execution plan and schedule during the pre-project phase.

District Overview

The Eastern Canada District handles projects including highways, bridges, mass transit, mine site development, hydroelectric powerhouses, wind-power plants, dams, and industrial projects. It serves the construction and mining industries in Eastern Canada.

Location

This position is based in our office in Oakville.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates for major projects across Canada with the estimation team.
• Review owner plans and specifications to understand project scope.
• Assess quantities, labor, and equipment needs.
• Conduct material surveys and evaluate costs for permanent materials.
• Create tender proposals, coordinate with bidders, and analyze proposals both commercially and technically.
• Develop construction plans to serve as the basis for estimates.
• Participate in estimate coordination meetings and bid closing stages.
• Coordinate with planning, procurement, and proposal teams.
• Maintain professional relationships with clients, professionals, subcontractors, and suppliers.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of relevant construction or project estimation experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Canadian construction methods.
• Skills in reading plans and specifications.
• Detail-oriented with strong first principles estimating skills.
• Experience in self-performed concrete scope on heavy civil projects.
• Effective prioritization, organization, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to travel as needed.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written).
• Proficient in estimating software; knowledge of BlueBeam and InEight Estimate is a plus.
• Learning aptitude for new software systems.
• Experience on Kiewit-led projects and in structural steel or SOE is advantageous.

Other Requirements

• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work safely.
• Effective communication and teamwork.
• Work during normal hours, with overtime and weekends as necessary.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans, and paid time off.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity and compliance with human rights laws.