Estimator, Infrastructure

Large infrastructure contractor is seeking an intermediate and senior Estimator with experience across infrastructure (transportation, water, other heavy civil) projects to join its leading team in various locations including Vancouver BC, Calgary AB and Toronto ON. Salary range $90,000 – $170,000 depending on experience. Outpost Recruitment is excited to work with our client on this full-time permanent role.

Description of Estimator

Our client is currently looking for Estimators to join their bid team.  This position’s primary function is to procure jobs/projects as assigned or directed by the Bid Manager. This involves meeting with clients, conducting site reviews, reviewing all available relevant information, preparing quantities, preparing an estimate and quote and executing contract negotiations. The Estimator position is project driven; fast paced and can be demanding at times. Their department thrives on teamwork in order to meet deadlines and procure clients.

Responsibilities of Estimator

• Completing assignments from Bid Manager
• Conducting site visits
• Gathering and reviews all relevant information available, such as drawings, geotechnical reports etc.
• Estimator will prepare detailed and well organized bid (following proper construction sequence)
• Meeting anticipated bid closing dates
• Negotiating contracts with clients and executing contracts
• Being aware of current market conditions to obtain maximum mark-up and winning the contract
• Being the liaison between Superintendent and Client Representative
• Monitoring work in progress and taking care of administrative duties, such as change orders and invoicing
• Comparing bid to actual job results
• Being a self-motivated asset to the team, while working effectively and efficiently without  direct supervision
• Estimator will be a motivated, team-oriented individual that has the ability to work well in a fast paced work environment.

Specific Skills, Knowledge and Abilities of Estimator

• Estimator has strong organizational skills
• Excellent communications skills
• Strong computer skills
• Analytical Skills
• Field experience in related disciplines
• Understanding of construction processes
• Mathematically inclined
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings
• Sales-oriented
• Ability to work well in a team environment

Desirable Qualifications and Knowledge

• Bid2Win Estimating Software
• SAP Software
• Autodesk  Buzzsaw
• MS Excel
• Gold Seal Certified
• Industry Experience (Transportation  Infrastructure/ Roadworks)
• BCIT Graduate in Civil Construction or equivalent work experience

Ideal Candidate:

Only exceptional overseas Estimator candidates who require sponsorship will be considered for this role.

Please clearly highlight relevant work experience, project overviews and project scale ($) in your resume.