The Estimator / Procurement Manager works closely with various teams to determine the costs associated with carrying out a project. The successful candidate must be a team player who enjoys working in a deadline-driven environment. Strong judgment is required to plan, prioritize, and organize a diverse workload. The estimator is responsible for accurately calculating the total costs associated with a project. They may also review bids submitted by subcontractors or suppliers in order to select the most cost-effective option. The ideal candidate will be responsible for implementing project and tendering strategies, including analyzing project proposals and historical cost data.
Under the direct supervision of our Vice President of Construction.
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Experience creating processes and procedures related to a corporate estimating program
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Evaluate the type of tender, the client, and the closing date in order to determine bid prioritization
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Analyze plans, specifications, and other documents to prepare complete cost estimates
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Participate in material procurement by obtaining, analyzing, validating, and/or purchasing materials
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Refer to similar previous projects when required to compare costs
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Use mathematical equations to determine material quantities (width, length, depth, density)
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Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the scope of work for assigned trades
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Prepare, issue, receive, and review proposals and pricing from suppliers and subcontractors
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Negotiate pricing to obtain the best possible terms for each project
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Coordinate all scope changes, questions, or clarifications during the tendering process
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Act as a resource for project management during project award/start-up to clarify items included in the estimate (materials, construction methods)
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Review budgets and objectives with supervision and the project team, and recommend corrective measures to improve cost accuracy
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Provide cost information and prepare estimates for project change orders
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Perform any other estimating-related duties as required
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Identify labor, material, and time requirements by studying proposals, plans, and related documents
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Calculate costs by analyzing labor, material, and time requirements
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Ability to work under pressure
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Excellent written and verbal communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
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Ability to build collaborative working relationships
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Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
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Strong attention to detail
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Conduct site inspections to understand tenders, analyze conditions, assess risks, and identify activities included or excluded from tender documents
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Participate in on-site meetings with clients, owners, representatives, staff, subcontractors, and other stakeholders
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Perform any other inspection-related duties as required
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Compile tender files including all information used to prepare estimates
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Maintain up-to-date contact information for suppliers, subcontractors, and clients
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Submit bids within prescribed deadlines
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Perform any other administrative duties as required
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Work in commercial environments including, but not limited to, industrial spaces, warehouses, and offices
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Work indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions (extreme heat, extreme cold, rain, humid heat), sometimes in confined spaces
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General office work involving computer-based tasks performed while seated
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Use of a vehicle required to perform duties
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Possible exposure to sensitive and confidential information
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Overtime may be required without prior notice
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Bachelor’s degree in Building Science or Construction Management (an asset)
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Minimum of 5 years of experience preferred
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Strong team-working abilities
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Strong interpersonal and communication skills
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Strong negotiation skills
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Experience in the construction field
Diversity and inclusion
We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ethnic or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, veteran status, protected genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
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