OVERVIEW
FRPD is an award winning, forward thinking organization that is focused on continual improvement. Employees of FRPD are expected to represent the company internally and externally in a professional manner that enhances the reputation of the company and reinforces its values.
The Estimator will work along side our onsite operations team, the successful candidate will demonstrate a strategic and considerate approach to developing proposed solutions and pricing for our industrial market clients.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Prepare price estimates and budgets, identifying inherent risk and opportunities
- Conduct thorough reviews of the tender documents and analyze subcontractor requirements
- Work with clients or consultants regarding items that require clarification or elaboration while maintaining competitive approach to developing proposed services and solutions
- Solicit, analyze and compile pricing from subcontractors
- Develop preliminary project construction schedules and plans as a basis for pricing with input from subcontractors and Bird personnel
- Conduct specification checks and participate in detailed estimate reviews
- Collaborate with supervisory and production staff to develop and document approach to priced proposal, including construction and project execution plans
- Lead pricing activities and submissions for assigned tenders or budgets
- Respond to post tender clarifications and participate in negotiations between submission and contract award
- Transfer knowledge acquired during the tender process to the project team during project kick-off meeting
- Support business development and other securement efforts on an ongoing basis
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
- Engineering background or relevant technical education.
- 5-10 years of experience in an dedicated construction estimating role.
- Previous onsite construction experience in a marine/foundations scope considered an asset.
- Previous experience building estimates in HeavyBID considered an asset.
- Proven track record of estimating skills, and experience applying estimating techniques throughout the pursuit process to define costs and determine competitive pricing
Skills, Knowledge and Required Competencies
- Ability to read and understand construction drawings, plans and specifications with meticulous attention to detail
- Ability to interpret and analyse contract documents to make recommendations for best approach to forming a mutually agreeable contract with a diverse set of clients
- Strong organizational and planning skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Ability to use Word, Excel, and Outlook.
