PCL Construction

Senior Estimator

PCL Construction$90K — $120K *
Real Estate & Construction
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in related discipline or equivalent trade experience.
  • Gold Seal certification in estimating required.
  • 12 years of progressive experience in construction cost estimating.
  • Experience managing bids for projects valued up to $250 million.
  • Proficiency in self-perform estimating and productivity analysis.
  • In-depth knowledge of bid preparation principles and contract delivery methods.
  • Strong leadership skills and ability to develop productive working relationships.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze construction documents and specifications for project requirements.
  • Establish critical path schedules with milestones and completion timelines.
  • Complete comprehensive quantity take-offs for labor, materials, and equipment.
  • Lead the pricing of project-specific general requirements for medium to large projects.
  • Oversee final bid submission and tender documents preparation.
  • Conduct risk and opportunity analysis for the chief estimator's review.
  • Liaise with consultants and project management to estimate budgets and coordinate tenders.
  • Advise management on strategic opportunities and pursuit initiatives.

Benefits

  • Join a fast-growing team in the Québec market.
  • Opportunities to contribute to significant construction projects.
  • Engagement in a collaborative and dynamic work environment.
Full Job Description
As a Senior Estimator for Construction PCL Inc. in Montre9al, Quebec, youe28099ll have the opportunity to join a fast-growing team in the Que9bec market and help create meaningful impact by contributing to the delivery of outstanding projects.

Heree28099s how a Senior Estimator for Construction PCL Inc. within Montreal contributes to our team:

Responsibilities

  • Conducts detailed analysis of contract documents (isometric, as-built, and engineering drawings) and specifications for large and complex hard-bid / lumpsum, construction management, and large design build projects to determine overall project requirements (bonding, insurance, etc.).
  • Establishes a critical path schedule including milestone dates and completion timelines to meet contract completion dates for large projects.
  • Completes full quantity take-off of all labor, equipment, and materials for larger scopes. Reviews current material and construction equipment pricing from purchasing department and ensures bid validity and price escalation is addressed and meets projecte28099s needs.
  • Leads pricing the general expense and project-specific general requirements for medium to large projects (lump sum and construction management).
  • Completes final bid submission review and oversees final tender document submission to client on behalf of PCL (with chief estimator).
  • Conducts a risk and opportunity analysis for review by chief estimator to add into risk register.
  • Liaises with external consultants and project management organizations to estimate project budget requirements and coordinates tender development process on behalf of clients.
  • Assists chief estimator in collecting and analyzing historical information and benchmarks.
  • Monitors client project-specific success criteria; specifically understands ownerse28099 business, requirements, revenue generation, and provides solutions. Holds team accountable and challenges team and project to find creative solutions for overall project benefit.
  • Advises management on strategic pursuit initiatives and opportunities.

Qualifications

  • Bachelore28099s degree in related discipline or Trade experience or equivalent.
  • Gold Seal certification in estimating required (CDN).
  • 12 years of progressive experience in construction cost estimating with 12 months of onsite experience preferred.
  • Successfully led pursuits valued up to $250 million in delivery model hard bid/lump sum, construction management/cost reimbursable/target price and/or design build.
  • Experience with self-perform estimate and productivity understanding.
  • Knowledge and understanding of different construction methods, planning, scheduling, sequencing, potential problems, and timelines and is a district champion in these matters.
  • Extensive knowledge of key principles involved in bid preparation, including quantity take-off procedures, trade contractor procurement, pricing and bid closing procedures.
  • Expert in understanding and teaching contract terms for various delivery models and able to identify contract risks and opportunity.
  • Understands different bid processes and contract delivery type methods: Hard bid/lump sum, guaranteed maximum price (GMP), unit price, design-build, target prices and construction management/cost reimbursable.
  • Ability to lead successful teams.
  • Resourceful and self-motivated with strong organizational skills and ability to multitask.
  • Strong ability to develop and maintain productive working relationships with owners, peers and industry representatives, and leverage the industry relationships for a competitive advantage.

Company: Construction PCL Inc.

Primary Location: Montre9al, Quebec

Job Title: Senior Estimator

Requisition ID: 12746

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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