Job Description

Challenging and Complex Construction - Municipal / Infrastructure / Government Core Business Units

Water and Wastewater

Civil Infrastructure

Concrete and Earthworks

Process Mechanical

Institutional and Government

Design Build

Remote Access Locations

Summary

As an Construction Estimator you will be responsible for preparing and coordinating complete estimates for Industra tenders, primarily focusing on municipal, federal builds and infrastructure pursuits, in both public and private sector markets throughout Canada. Reporting to the Director of Preconstruction you will be based out of our Surrey, British Columbia office. Experience in the capacity of Project Manager will be an asset.

Responsibilities

Review proposal specifications, drawings, attend pre-bid meetings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate.

Select vendors and/or subcontractors and determine cost effectiveness of projects to be bid.

Perform Risk and Contract Management responsibilities as required.

Prepare discipline estimates by calculating complete takeoff of scope of work.

Consult with clients, vendors and other stakeholders to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve ant potential issues.

Review design options and recommend best solution based on cost, engineering quality or availability of materials.

Review list of work to be performed by subcontractors.

Review final estimate and apply strategic cost factors where necessary.

Monitor client changes and advise the estimating team of all changes in scope during the estimate period.

Follow awarded contracts as assigned - may include estimating extra work items, change orders, credits.

Advise on major changes in scope of work and monitor actual cost to estimated cost.

Search, analyze and communicate to the team options for the most effective means and methods of construction.

Prepare bids, select vendors and/or subcontractors and determine cost effectiveness of projects to be bid.

Requirements

Experience with B2W or HeavyBid software desired.

Minimum of five years estimating and cost control related experience, with at least three years in infrastructure related construction and three years in commercial construction.

Proficient with MS Projects.

Proficient with MS Word, Excel.

Technical knowledge and experience bidding design-build projects in Canada is an asset.

Thorough knowledge (ideally with hands on application) in the construction of commercial and industrial buildings, tenant improvements, earthworks, concrete structures and civil projects.

Mechanical or process mechanical experience will be an asset.

A clear understanding of logistical issued involved with remote project work.

Industra Construction Corp works with CLAC union in British Columbia and Ontario, and all new employees become members upon joining the company. Included in the remuneration perks are Benefits, Pension, and Vacation pay.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Dental care Disability insurance Extended health care On-site parking Paid time off RRSP match Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:

Surrey, BC V3S 4S4: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

Construction estimating: 5 years (required)
Work Location: In person