Job Description

About Metro-Can Construction

With construction roots that date back to 1964 we have completed over 300 projects in all segments of the market including commercial, high rise and low rise residential, recreational projects, light, and heavy industrial projects. As a well-established construction firm, you might think that the most important asset we have is our equipment, or our safety record, or the good standing we have in our industry. We understand that there is one thing greater and more important - our people!

Our Company Purpose it to Build a Legacy of Excellence and Sustainability.

What we Offer

We have an exciting opportunity to join a team that is evolving and growing. If you are looking to have a voice and collaborate with a team to drive continuous improvement initiatives - we are a good fit for you. We recognize the importance of our team member experience and measure our team engagement annually. Our total rewards package includes RRSP matching, Wellness Allowance, and a well-rounded Benefits package. We also offer educational support, and participation in our recognition and annual salary reviews program.

Opportunity Summary

Reporting to the Director, Estimating as the Estimator, you understand that building projects and building relationships go hand in hand. Working collaboratively as part of our award-winning team we will provide you with the opportunity to build on your experience in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Perform quantity take-offs from tender drawings
• Issue tender packages and create scopes of work

Review quotes in detail and make recommendations for award

• Participate in hard tender closings.
• Consult with Project Managers about general requirements, construction methodology and schedules during the Tender/Pre-Construction process
• Interpret documentation, specifications, and design drawings to define scope/contents of estimates
• Maintain awareness of current marketplace and trends to gain and maintain our competitive advantage and develop effective bid strategies
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, public and project teams
• Work with Superintendents and project teams to develop and monitor the project schedule.
• Negotiate and issue subcontracts and major purchase orders and monitor their progress and schedule
• Develop risk management strategies for schedules and budgets
• Live and model the behaviors as aligned with Scott's Values

Metro-Can Construction Values:

People | •Passionate-Humble-Engaged•

Process | •Quality-Safety-Collaboration•

Innovation | •Continuous Improvement•

Sustainability | •Environment-Conservation-Community•

Qualifications

• 4 years of experience performing estimating work on construction projects ranging from $100,000 to $30 million in spend
• Post-secondary diploma or degree in building technology, construction management or quantity surveying CEC, PQS or similar designations an asset
• Experience estimating commercial, multi-family residential and institutional buildings with General Contractors
• Familiarity with drawing reviews, contract administration, document management, scheduling software, change order procedures
• Knowledge of key principles involved in bid preparation, including quantity take off procedures, sub-trade procurement, pricing and bid closing procedures
• Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills
• Strong computer skills using Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project with Procore considered and asset
• Proven integrity when dealing with clients, trades, and consultants.

For further information, visit our web-site or our LinkedIn profile.

Metro-Can Construction Group strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply to our welcoming and inclusive team!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00-$85,000.00 per year