POSITION SUMMARY:

We are looking for a Senior Estimator to join our team. This role is an excellent opportunity for individuals who want to grow their career, engage in a variety of projects and disciplines, and enjoy autonomy in their work.

The ideal candidate will have a high level of attention to detail, excellent oral and written communication, and experience working for a General Contractor. The ideal individual will also love what they do, be self-motivated and accountable, and be adaptable.

The Senior Estimator will be responsible for estimating a variety of commercial and light industrial projects with a direct contribution to cost management and budgeting for various high-level projects. You will be responsible for gathering all data required for preparing lump sum, unit rate and cost-plus detailed estimates along with conceptual estimating, cost analysis and estimate coordination.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Create estimates for commercial and light industrial projects, using whatever designs, drawings, sketches and information that is available
• Review and develop discipline and multi-discipline material takeoffs (MTO)
• Review project plans and specifications and coordinate with the team to confirm the complete scope
• Identify risk issues and their order of magnitude
• Prepare instructions to bidders, bid form and other bid solicitation information
• Evaluate and develop construction rates, subcontract cost estimates and proposals
• Perform productivity analysis of cost estimates; perform comparisons of scope, quantities, and cost data between projects
• Review designs and specifications for cost effectiveness; provide recommendations for alternatives
• Contact necessary sub-trades and suppliers for estimates; supply required drawings and data
• Proactively handle construction-related questions from sub-trades and suppliers
• Complete preliminary construction schedules
• Present the estimate to the required parties when required
• Liaise with the Business Development function to ensure they are apprised of the high-level details regarding the estimate
• Review of completed estimates vs. the estimates for improvement of the accuracy of future estimates
• Participate in the estimate/project handover meeting with Operations

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 8 years of experience in construction and cost estimating
• Formal education in construction (Diploma/Certificate) is considered an asset
• Quantity Surveying or accounting-related degree and/or relevant experience would be an asset
• Understanding of a construction work site is considered an asset. Ability to document and organize complex streams of information (efficiently and accurately with minimal information, strong written, oral, and interpersonal skills)
• Clearly communicate estimating concepts to various individuals in the organization
• Understanding of Building Construction from concept to completion
• Demonstrated organizational and communication skills (written, oral, interpersonal)
• Ability to lead by example and set standards of professionalism
• Proficiency with computers (Microsoft Office, Timberline, MS Project, Insite)

BENEFITS:

In addition to a positive and respectful work environment, the following are some of the benefits of working at Wales McLelland:

• Competitive compensation package
• Merit-based bonus
• RRSP matching
• Comprehensive health benefits
• Employee referral program
• Vacation and sick time
• Anniversary service recognition
• Learning and development program

Please note that we can only accept candidates who are eligible to work in Canada.

**No Recruiting Agency phone calls, please**