Chief Estimator Civil Job In Vancouver

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Reporting to the Pre-Construction Director, the Chief Estimator will be involved in leading the bids for exciting $100M+ heavy civil infrastructure projects in Western Canada. The successful applicant will have a comprehensive understanding of various civil construction involving bridges, concrete structures, highways, earthworks and tunnels – having held historical positions as Estimator, Project manager or Project Engineer – and has ideally led a multidisciplinary team as Chief Estimator to deliver estimates of one of more bid tenders at one time.

This role will be based in Vancouver, BC with expectations of some time spent following projects in the field as part of the estimation journey. If residing outside of Vancouver, relocation assistance is available for the successful applicant.

What You Will Be Doing

• Responsible for the leadership, management, mentorship and training of estimating team
• Collaborate with Senior Operations, Pre-Construction, and Proposal teams
• Responsible for accuracy of bid cost to actual cost of work performed
• In preparation for pricing analyzes documents, drawings, specifications, proposals, addendums
• Presents estimates via oral and/or written communications with clients
• Review of project site prior to price preparation
• Prepares and/or reviews project budgets at estimating close-out to operations so cost reporting is impactful for future estimating needs
• Performs quantity take-off from construction drawings where applicable
• Obtains pricing from suppliers and subcontractors, compiling information into estimate
• Formulates all costs for tender submission – labour, equipment, material, rentals and subcontracts
• Oversees the appropriate distribution of documentation upon award of project
• Performs a Post Bid / Post Project Analysis completion and that associated learning takes place
• Assists with RFP’s and General Contract tender submissions
• Assists with Prequalification submissions, RFQ’s and RFI’s as required
• Incorporates / complies with company’s risk management policies and processes
• Protects all forms of proprietary information
• Maintains Estimating data systems to ensure they are kept up to date

What Skills & Experience You Must Have

• Minimum 10 years of experience completing estimates for large civil construction projects, with at least 5 years as Chief Estimator
• Extensive experience in heavy civil infrastructure
• Ability to read and understand construction drawings and documents
• Good knowledge of job cost fundamentals for typical items and scopes where design and/or schematics have been provided
• Demonstrated computer software proficiency – MS Excel / Word
• Experience with estimating software is considered an asset
• Highly-detailed with proven planning and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel as required
• Adaptable to flexible work schedule when required to meet deadlines
• Education & Designations

• University degree, College diploma or Trades background – or equivalent experience
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng) designation is an asset