PCL Construction

Lead Estimator

PCL Construction$122K — $158K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or diploma in a relevant field, or equivalent trade experience.
  • 8 years of progressive experience in construction cost estimating with preferred on-site experience.
  • Proven leadership on pursuits valued up to $150 million across various delivery methods.
  • Knowledgeable in diverse construction methodologies including scheduling and quality assurance.
  • Deep understanding of bid preparation principles and associated procedures.
  • Familiarity with market conditions and compensation models to formulate win strategies.
  • Skills in estimating various scopes with experience in conceptual estimates.
  • Strong relationship-building skills with stakeholders, including subtrade partners and suppliers.
  • Proficient in estimating software and advanced Microsoft Office skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead estimates for medium-to-large projects, including win strategy development.
  • Conduct in-depth analysis of contract documents to validate project requirements.
  • Complete detailed quantity take-offs for all aspects of the project.
  • Develop comprehensive conceptual estimates and proposals for management and design-build pursuits.
  • Assist in populating tender documents and establishing pursuit schedules.
  • Perform risk assessments by reviewing bid documents using industry knowledge.
  • Manage bid document control and ensure proper transfer of information to the project team.
  • Execute bid-day responsibilities and support team members with various scopes of work.
  • Coordinate with departments and stakeholders on site logistics, schedules, and budgets.
  • Present final cost estimates to management for approval before client submission.
  • Mentor and coach junior team members as part of leadership responsibilities.

Benefits

  • Join a stable and established company in business for over 119 years.
  • Be part of a growing data center business unit with significant growth projections.
  • Opportunity to lead and mentor a team in a critical role.
  • Engage in varied and complex estimating projects with large monetary values.
  • Work in a collaborative environment with cross-departmental coordination.
Full Job Description
PCL is excited about the growth of data center opportunities and is seeking a highly motivated Lead Estimator to support a national data center business unit. Backed by the stability of a company that has been in business for 119 years and is the #11th largest General Contractor in North America, this individual will be part of an exciting group that has significant growth projections.

Here's how a Lead Estimator for PCL Construction Services, Inc. within US Head Office contributes to our team:

Responsibilities

  • Leads medium-to-large estimates or components of large estimates and is accountable for that specific scope of work. Leads win strategy development
  • Conducts detailed analysis of contract documents and specifications to determine and validate overall project requirements.
  • Ensures the completion of full quantity take-offs of all labor, equipment, and materials from project documents and identifies missing information.
  • Leads the development of conceptual estimate proposal submissions and presentations to support construction management and design-build pursuits.
  • Supports the estimate lead by populating tender forms, generating requests for information, anticipating proposal requirements, and assisting to establish a pursuit schedule.
  • Conducts risk and opportunity analysis by reviewing all bid related documents and utilizing project and industry knowledge.
  • Assists with bid document control by documenting, organizing, and archiving all information relating to the estimate for successful transfer to the project team.
  • Performs bid-day assignments and supporting other estimators to successfully close various scopes.
  • Coordinates with internal departments and external stakeholders to create site logistics, a schedule, an execution plan, and project budget requirements.
  • Completes and presents final cost estimate and tender submission to chief estimator and district management for review and approval before submission to the client.
  • Establishes a critical path schedule for the estimate/pursuit and reviewing work completed by estimators on the pursuit.
  • Leads a team including mentoring and coaching direct and indirect reports.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or diploma in related discipline or trade experience or equivalent.
  • 8 years of progressive experience in construction cost estimating, and 6-12 months of on-site experience is preferred.
  • Successfully led pursuits valued at up to $150 million in various delivery methods.
  • Knowledge of different construction methods; planning, scheduling, sequencing, quality, safety, and timelines.
  • Extensive knowledge of key principles involved in bid preparation; including quantity takeoff procedures and systems, subtrade partner procurement, pricing, interdepartmental functions, general expense philosophy and bid-closing procedures.
  • Understanding of compensation models, market conditions, business trends, internal historical information and competitors to develop win strategies.
  • Experience estimating multiple scopes, with the capability of building conceptual estimates.
  • Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with stakeholders including the ability to solicit subtrade partners and suppliers.
  • Working knowledge of estimating software, advanced skills using Microsoft Office Suite and a strong aptitude for adopting new technology.

The estimated salary range for this role is $122,100 - $158,000, based on your experience and qualifications. Final compensation will be confirmed as part of a personalized offer.

We anticipate this requisition will be open for a minimum of five days, though it may be open for a longer period of time. We encourage your prompt application.

Company: PCL Construction Services, Inc.

Primary Location: Denver, Colorado

Job Title: Lead Estimator

Requisition ID: 14153

About PCL Construction

PCL Construction is a leading construction company that provides a range of services, including design-build, general contracting, and construction management. The company has a diverse portfolio of projects across industries, including healthcare, education, commercial, and infrastructure. PCL Construction is committed to sustainability and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact. The company is also committed to safety and has a strong safety culture that prioritizes the well-being of its employees and partners. PCL Construction has received numerous awards and recognition for its work, including being named one of Canada's Best Managed Companies for 10 consecutive years.
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