Job Description
A leading multi-trade contractor in the Hamilton region is currently looking to add a Chief Estimator to lead their team! This established contractor has a wide ICI retrofit project focus, and they are always looking for innovative ways to stay ahead of the competition. An opportunity like this does not come around every year and now is your time to make the move!
The Estimator, supporting prepares and/or assists complete conceptual and final estimating of scopes of work, develops and/or assists in the preparation of estimate packages and uses knowledge to focus work and drive short- and long-term solutions. This position will work closely with the mechanical, hvac and electrical divisions.
Requirements:
-15+ years of experience in mechanical estimating or related
-Demonstrated leadership skills, ability to guide and mentor a diverse group of contributors.
-Excellent organization skills, team building and coaching as a leader and team member.
-Recognized for effective communication, persuasion, negotiation skills and the ability to excel under pressure.
-Ability to read and interpret technical specifications and drawings.
-Strong Mathematical skills and analytical skills.
-Ability to use cost-estimating software to prepare cost quotes and bids.
- Experience in in pricing/sourcing.
- Exposure to general electrical estimates.
-Post-secondary degree or diploma in construction/engineering degree, or an appropriate field. A combination of education and work experience will be considered.
Responsibilities:
-Direct, review and manage the activities of the estimating team including performance management, training and development and mentoring.
-Lead the bid process and execute appropriate bid strategy based on the company’s overall strategic vision.
-Knowledge and experience with a full range of projects including Design Build, Lump Sum, and Construction Management.
-Oversee the entire preparation of estimates and approval final estimates prior to submission.
-Recommend/reject proposals.
-Establish unit costs, labour rates, productivity factors and location impacts.
-Evaluate and recommend allowances for indirect costs, design unknowns, escalation, and contingency.
-Responsible for assessing company risk and opportunity evaluation with clients.
-Lead the presentation to management and clients.
-Recognized as the subject matter expert.
-Develop and maintain supplier, contractor, and sub-contractor relationships.
A very competitive pay scale with an industry leading benefits package and RRSP.
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If you feel that you would like to explore the potential of this opportunity, then I encourage you to apply privately.
Please send your resume in WORD format to: davidh@harbingernetwork.ca
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