Requisition ID: 181103
Job Level: Senior Level
Home District/Group: Ganotec District
Department: Estimating
Market: Industrial
Employment Type: Full Time
Position OverviewAs a Structural Estimator, you will prepare, review, and present discipline estimates for specific project proposal activities. In this role, you will provide estimating assistance and guidance to projects, develop conceptual estimates, and perform cost analysis. You will be responsible for assisting in the development of discipline estimates, developing, and updating historical databases, and assisting in the development of department procedures. You will provide direction to others on estimating specific level tasks as required.
LocationThis position is based in our office in Oakville.
Responsibilities- Determine installation quantities based on drawings and specifications
- Prepare cost estimates on work for major projects locally and across Canada
- Develop comprehensive estimates for large and complex works
- Review the owner's plans and specifications to gain a comprehensive understanding of the project; develop a plan for actual construction as the basis for the estimate
- Review all tender and contract documents and advice from the home office legal department
- Coordinate with other disciplines such as planning, scheduling, procurement, and proposal team
- Prepare and present your estimate to management and external clients
- Maintain a professional and trustworthy relationship with clients, professionals, subcontractors and suppliers
- Collaborate with estimate team on continuous improvement initiatives
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Qualifications- Bachelor's degree or Technical Diploma in Civil or Structural Engineering, or equivalent experience in structural estimation with relevant industry background
- 8+ years of experience in structural estimating for major construction projects
- Strong knowledge of the Canadian construction market, especially in structural systems and materials
- Excellent communication skills in English; French is considered an asset
- Effective presentation and negotiation abilities
- Advanced computer proficiency; experience with MS Office and Bluebeam is an asset
- Experience in industrial, hydro, oil & gas, and mining sectors is an asset
- Willingness to travel to project sites or client meetings as required for estimate-specific needs
- Highly organized, adaptable, team-oriented, detail-focused, and capable of managing multiple tasks
- Ability to prioritize workload and consistently meet deadlines in a dynamic environment. #LI-IS1
Other Requirements:
- Regular, reliable attendance
- Work productively and meet deadlines timely
- Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
- Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
- Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
- May work at various different locations and conditions may vary
- Openings are to fill both existing vacancies and newly created positions
Base Compensation: 100,000 - 150,000
(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)
We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
