Chief estimator

St-Amour & Associates, Senc.; Laval; Sur place; EUR 80 000 - 100 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

An established industry player in construction is seeking a chief estimator to join their dynamic team. This role is pivotal in driving the strategic development of the company, particularly in managing large-scale projects within the institutional sector. As a chief estimator, you will collaborate closely with the Estimation Director to evaluate projects, organize estimation activities, and ensure profitability through meticulous cost assessments. Your expertise in project management and contract negotiation will be key in fostering successful tender submissions. If you are ready to make a significant impact in a recognized leader in the construction industry, this opportunity awaits you.

Qualifications

• College diploma or Bachelor’s degree in engineering or architecture required.
• Strong skills in estimation and project management are essential.

Responsabilités

• Evaluate and select projects for tender and lead estimation teams.
• Oversee all estimation activities and produce detailed cost assessments.
• Negotiate contracts and ensure continuous improvement of estimation software.

Connaissances

Estimation

Project Management

Contract Negotiation

Cost Assessment

Team Coordination

Formation

College diploma in civil engineering

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Diploma in architecture

Outils

Estimation Software

Description du poste

Salary :

Activity area : Construction and engineering

Post category : Production and engineering

Province : Quebec

Region : Laval, Monteregie, Montreal, Montreal and surroundings

We are looking for a chief estimator to join a dynamic team and play a key role in the strategic development of the company.

A recognized leader in the construction industry both in Canada and internationally, the company stands out for its expertise in managing large-scale projects, particularly in the institutional sector.

Responsibilities:

• In collaboration with the Estimation Director, evaluate and select projects to submit for tender and form the teams responsible for ongoing estimates.
• Schedule kick-off meetings with the teams.
• Organize regular follow-up meetings with the teams.
• Review tender documents to identify competitive opportunities and analyze profitability conditions.
• Stay on the lookout for potential projects to submit for tender.
• Oversee and coordinate all estimation activities to produce a detailed cost assessment to complete the project in accordance with plans, specifications, and requirements.
• Provide recommendations on procedures for tenders.
• Participate in the development of the project implementation schedule in collaboration with the estimators.
• Organize the review and closure of tenders.
• Prepare budget proposals and service offers with the support of the technical writer.
• Negotiate contracts.
• Ensure the continuous improvement of the quantity and cost estimation software.

Skills and qualifications :

• College diploma (civil engineering, architecture) or Bachelor’s degree in engineering.