The Opportunity:

We're looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Estimator to join our Halifax team. If you thrive on challenges, enjoy working collaboratively, and want to be part of a company that's committed to delivering the Acadian Advantage, a promise of quality, integrity, and community, then we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do:

• Budget Preparation: Create budgets and estimates by determining and quantifying scopes of work and applying pricing to quantified items. Communicate with subcontractors to clarify work and mitigate scope gaps.
• Risk Management: Conduct thorough risk assessments for each estimate, interpreting contracts and supplementary conditions to develop strategies for risk mitigation.
• Project Planning: Develop execution plans for projects, including preliminary schedules with start and completion dates.
• Site Assessments: Attend meetings and site visits to evaluate project complexities and determine the best approach.
• Stakeholder Communication: Maintain clear communication and relationships with clients, architects, consultants, subcontractors, and Acadian team members.
• Market Monitoring: Stay informed about market trends in residential, industrial, and commercial sectors to identify profitable opportunities.
• Continuous Improvement: Embrace new technologies, methods, and constructive feedback to enhance estimating processes.
• Team Collaboration: Foster a team-oriented environment, sharing best practices and supporting colleagues to achieve common goals.

Qualifications:

• A diploma in Engineering Technology or a Bachelor in Engineering is an asset.
• A minimum of two years of relevant work experience in estimating within the construction industry is required.
• Strong oral and written skills in English is required.
• Gold Seal Certification in Estimating is an asset.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in the MS Office suite, MS Project, On-Screen Takeoff, and familiarity with Revit Bim.

Why Acadian Construction?

• Competitive compensation package.
• RRSP program.
• Comprehensive health benefits, including an Employee Assistance Program.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Collaborative team culture.

If you're ready to bring your skills and passion to Acadian Construction, we encourage you to apply by sending your resume to [email protected] before March 23, 2025.