FARMER CONSTRUCTION

Building Community

About Us

Established in 1951, Farmer Construction is a privately-owned family business which has collaborated extensively in the development of Vancouver Island communities and skyline. Having worked successfully in all disciplines of construction including General Contracting, Construction Management, Design Build and Tenant Improvements we take great pride in having built a solid reputation for managing and constructing quality projects on time and on budget. This pride also extends to our team of professionals who deliver exceptional experience and service to our clients.

Why Work With Us

At Farmer, we invest in our people. As a Farmer team member, you will enjoy building community on the sites. We provide opportunity for people with creativity and commitment to be a part of an entrepreneurial company with deep roots in beautiful Victoria, BC on Vancouver Island. In addition to working in a beautiful community we are also an integral part of it and actively support a variety of community organizations and charities.

JUNIOR ESTIMATOR

Victoria, BC

Who We Are Looking For

The Junior Estimator is responsible for assisting in the quantification, cost estimation, and bid preparation for all construction projects. Reporting to the Vice President, Preconstruction & Construction Management, Junior Estimators work closely with Estimators, Project Managers and Superintendents in the preparation of estimates and project initiation and planning.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Manager in the initiation of all projects
• Assist in the preparation of cost estimates for review for projects up to $3M
• Assist in the preparation of project turnover packages for successful bids/proposals
• Assist with the transition of projects to the assigned construction team
• Promote and monitor occupational health and safety culture within the organization
• Manage own career development

Key Results Areas

• Estimate quality, timeliness, and accuracy
• Project profitability

Estimating

• Solicit operational support as required in preparation of estimates
• Assist in the preparation of tender and proposal responses and associated deliverables (bonds, insurance, etc.)
• Assist in the preparation of estimates for review prior to submission of quotations or bids
• Assist or manage the closing of estimates and bid delivery
• Assist in the management of document distribution through estimate phase internally and externally
• Assist in the management of bidder solicitation and ensure scope coverage
• Assist with the design review with key subcontractors during bid phase to ensure coordinated plans and complete scope
• Assist in the preparation of project turnover packages upon successful award of a project

Business Development

• Promote Farmer brand at all times; be an ambassador for the company in and outside of work
• Assist Estimators to identify opportunities
• Assist and/or manage proposal preparation and submission, and responses to RFP/RFQ calls, if required

Health, Safety, & Environment

• Identify and address major OHS and environmental risks at bid stage; solicit input as required
  • Hazardous materials assessments and contract risk
  • Environmental contamination and contract risk
  • Temporary works engineering and associated costs
  • Major OHS controls (fall protection, confined space) and associated costs

Project Execution

• Assist Project Manager with supplemental estimating to support changes and/or significant changes in scope
• Assist the Project Managers in resolution of commercial issues with clients and subcontractors, particularly where issues relate to original bid/proposal

Operational Performance

• Review project financial reports for variations from budget/estimate, if required
• Assist Estimators in compiling historical data for incorporation in future estimates

We thank all applicants, however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.