SENIOR ESTIMATORLocation: Burnaby, BC or Oakville, ON
THE OPPORTUNITYReporting to the Estimating Manager, the Senior Estimator is responsible for responding to client Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and interfacing directly with clients.
This role requires a Civil Engineer with strong analytical capabilities and the ability to interpret complex technical specifications, develop design concepts, and manage all aspects of the tendering and bid preparation process.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES- Generate project and business opportunities through customer contact in alignment with BAUER Canada's business plans and growth strategies
- Analyze inquiry packages, communicate with Clients and understand their needs
- Identify strategic selling points for each project and for each Client
- Assess alternate methods to provide cost and time savings to Clients
- Prepare and review technical tenders, bids, and tender documentation
- Interpret and respond to complex technical specifications
- Present design concepts to clients and other stakeholders
- Mentor junior Estimators
- Visit construction sites to obtain firsthand feedback from the Operations teams
- Negotiate and communicate complex technical and commercial issues to a variety of audiences
- Identify and evaluate new markets through prospecting, web research, and networking
- Maintain and update client databases and portals
- Attend and participate in industry events, professional groups, and networking associations
- Promote BAUER's mission, vision, values, reputation, code of ethics, standards, policies, and procedures internally and externally
WHAT WE LOOK FOR- Qualified candidates will have a Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or similar.
- Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in ground engineering or special foundations
- Experience or qualifications in cost engineering or applications engineering are considered an asset
- Proven experience in proposal preparation and project engineering applications with successful outcomes
- Strong technical knowledge across a wide range of ground engineering and special foundation techniques
- Site experience in ground engineering techniques is desirable
- Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
- Ability to work under tight deadlines with excellent prioritization and time management
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Fluency in English required; French proficiency is an asset
SALARY RANGEThe base salary range for this position is $120,000 - $160,000 depending on experience.
BENEFITS PACKAGEOur employees receive a generous benefits package including:
- Ongoing employee training and professional development opportunities
- Extended Medical including Vision, Dental, and Prescription benefits
- RRSP with employer matching program
- Long Term and Short-Term Disability
- Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Boot allowances
