Senior Estimator

Oakville - Full Time

Status

New

Description

Our client is searching for an experienced, senior level estimator, who ideally has at least 7-10 years of relevant estimating experience using estimating software. The goal is to find an individual who is a good corporate fit, that is prepared to set down some roots and move into a chief estimator role over the next 2-4 years. Our client works in the private and public sectors of the sewer/watermain and earth-moving industry. Their projects include residential and ICI site servicing projects as well as very large municipal infrastructure contracts of varying levels of complexity.

The candidate must be comfortable with the use of technology and embrace the estimating software platforms for sewer/water and earthworks we use daily. The candidate must also possess a good working knowledge of MS Word and Excel and MS Project is a plus. The candidate should be a meticulous, enthusiastic individual who is able to work well independently and in an efficient and effective manner. Our client offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, but more importantly, they offer employees an excellent and supportive work environment where they can excel in their position as part of a very dedicated and cohesive team. 

 Responsibilities

• Preparation of estimates/bids/budgets, under the direction of our chief estimator and owners.

• Liase with suppliers and sub-contractors during bid preparation, including negotiations during procurement. 

• Liase with senior site personnel to formulate project execution and related bid strategies.

• Organizing bid information for review prior to submission.

• Review bid documents for initial risk assessment.

• Support to project management team post project award.

• Attend pre-tender/pre-award meetings with clients as required.

Qualifications

• 10  + years of relevant estimating experience.

• CET, P.Eng or equivalent designation a plus.

• Some field/project coordination experience is a plus.

• Excellent reading comprehension and mathematical skills.

• Excellent grammar and written communication skills.

• Excellent verbal communication skills.

• Technology proficient.

Compensation:

Open

Date Posted

2024 - 01 - 10

How to Apply

Please send your resume in confidence to nchapman@nlcrecruiting.ca

We thank you for being interested, however only those that are a close match to criteria will be contacted.