Build the Future with us! We build Relationships. We build Communities. We build the Future. At Lindsay Construction, we have been growing the communities of Atlantic Canada for over 60 years and we want you to join us! Be part of something great and feel the impact you make on the community you live in. Reporting to the Director, Estimating, the Estimator will prepare and coordinate full cost estimates during a conceptual, design-build, or general tender notice for a variety of projects, as well as mentor junior estimators and support staff on an ongoing basis. Position Benefits Here\xe2\x80\x99s why we think you\xe2\x80\x99ll love working at Lindsay:
Flexible working hours throughout the year (early \xe2\x80\x9cLindsay Fridays\xe2\x80\x9d)
Competitive salary
Annual Incentive Plan
Employee Health Benefits
Group RRSP with 4% matching
On-site gym facilities and a personal health and wellness reimbursement
Frequent social and community-based events
Opportunities to collaborate closely with senior personnel and other departments
Position Responsibilities Here\xe2\x80\x99s what your day-to-day looks like:
Interpret documentation, specifications, and design drawings to define scope and contents of the estimates.
Review and analyze bid packages from subcontractors.
Assist with negotiations, contract clarifications, consultants, clients, venders, and subcontractors.
Maintain large working files as supporting documentation for estimating figures including current, accurate information on prices from venders through exclusive contact, marketing material, pre-existing price lists, etc.
Ensure knowledge in the field remains current through participation in appropriate training and development activities.
Prepare conceptual budgets based on minimal information.
Analyze alternate means and methods to determine the most economical alternative.
Participate in the transfer of information on successful projects.
Job Requirements Our ideal candidate has the following:
Broad knowledge in all aspects of quantity surveyor (e.g., RS Means, contracts, etc.)
Excellent knowledge of the construction industry (e.g., trends, competitors, subcontractors)
Knowledge of a variety of contract arrangements such as Lump Sum, Design Build, Project Management, Construction Management, Public/Private Partnership
Proficiency using MS Office (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel, Access)
High attention to detail
Proven ability to work under pressure.
Proven ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines for normal functions and special assignments.
Service orientated with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Ability to build positive working relationships with internal and external clients.
Minimum of five years of experience in the construction industry
Professional designation GSC, CEC, PQS, P.Eng. is considered an asset.
How to Apply: Please use the link provided to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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