A leading Western Canada company specialize in plumbing, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and fire protection is now looking for a Senior Estimator to join their team.
The Senior Estimator will analyze and prepare estimates on a wide variety of construction projects. Accurately estimate the direct and indirect competitive costs of compiling a project within a scheduled timeline. And to provide material and labour costs for change orders on projects currently awarded to the company.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare estimates of accurate costs of materials, labour and equipment, and subcontracts for construction projects based on contract documents, quotations, schematic drawings and specifications.
- To carry out estimating for Mechanical projects – internal and external clients.
- Assist the Design-Build team as required.
- Maintain and build relationships with clients and sub-trades.
- Provide material and labour take-offs for SIs on projects currently underway by the company.
- Prepares construction budget by studying plans, updating specifications, and identifying and projecting costs for each elevation.
- Obtains bids from vendors and subcontractors by specifying materials; identifying qualified subcontractors; and negotiating prices.
- Maintains cost keys and price master's by updating information.
- Resolves cost discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information.
- Prepares special reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
- Maintains quality service by following organization standards.
- Maintains continuity among corporate, division, and local work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
- Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; and participating in professional societies.
- Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
- Understand and establish the requirements of potential clients by reviewing architectural and mechanical drawings and specifications.
- Analyze drawings and accurately determine the probable quantity of materials, labour and equipment required.
- Prepare reports and analyses pertinent to construction estimating as requested by management.
- Obtaining and negotiating prices from suppliers and subcontractors for required materials and services.
- Compile information to prepare estimates of projects probable costs based on contract bids, quotations, tender drawings and specifications.
- Prepare and maintain a directory of suppliers, contractors and subcontractors.
- Prepare economic feasibility studies on changes or adjustments to estimate costs.
- Prepare tender documents such as bill of quantities; invitations and submissions for sub-trades; requests for quotes on equipment; formatting list of tender inclusions and exclusions; and all requests for information and addenda.
- Developing knowledge relevant to specification conditions and their applications.
- Ensure a safe, supportive and productive work environment between yourself, your communication channels, and all the members of the team.
- Support, promote and contribute to the continuous improvement of business operations and relationships, support and develop team members by mentoring.
Qualifications:
- 10 years of estimating work experience in the mechanical contracting industry
- Fully understand the Contractual Obligations of a Mechanical Contractor
- Understand the costs of Project Bonding
- QuickPen Auto Bid Mechanical Estimating software
- Computer proficiency in MS Office applications in particular – MS Project, MS Excel, and MS Outlook, along with the ability to quickly learn new applications
- Ability to close jobs
- Ability to read and interpret plans and technical specifications
- Ability to manage vendor relationships and performance
- Knowledge of WorkSafeBC regulations
- Able to interact and communicate effectively, both written and oral
- Attention to detail and accuracy are a must
- Ability to multitask and prioritize
Pay: $90,000.00-$100,000.00 per year
This opportunity has great career growth if this is what you looking for please send your resume at [email protected] .
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