Job Description

Location


Head Office
Overview


Reporting to the Director - Pre-Construction, the manager, Pre-Construction is responsible for assisting construction team with cost benchmarking, quantity take-offs, schedules, notifications, filling, approval processes, contracts, etc.


Duties and Responsibilities


Work closely with Director of Pre-Construction, and Project Managers on compiling cost information, scheduling meetings with Construction managers, trades, coordinating schedules, communicating project progress, assisting with documents and processes. Review and analyze project documents - specifications and drawings. Assist with preparation of multi-discipline material take offs from various architectural and engineering drawings to generate bill of materials. Evaluate drawings and specifications to identify opportunities, risks, and potential value engineering solutions Prepare quantity take-offs for project statistics and analytics. Assist in preparation of full cost estimates by interpreting documentation specifications and design drawings to define scope. Responsible for maintaining large working files as supporting documentation for estimating figures. Participate in RFP tender and contract preparation -- coordinate tender receipt and opening. Manage the Request for Information process and coordinate responses. Implement and maintain Project Management procedures and processes: forms, approvals, submissions. Assist to ensure construction timelines are up to date and in accordance with project notifications. Maintain project documentation and enforce consistency of information on all projects. Ensure execution of proper documentation and process for every project. Maintain regular status reports by updating the project database. Research prior estimating data (purchase orders, subcontracts, productivity analysis reports, etc.) and compile summary reports to develop guidelines and precedents for future estimates. Participate in design progress meetings and client presentations as required. Provide Value Engineering, Design Review and Constructability Analysis. Advise on cost effective strategies to ensure the highest quality and cost returns Work closely with project management and project development teams. Liaise with various departments such as development, project management, asset management, investments, project controls, procurement, and construction to gather estimating input and assist with identification of project deliverables and requirements. Facilitate constructability reviews with CMs (Construction Managers) and provide input to Development team Research and get quotes on cost for all necessary labour and materials from subcontractors, venders and suppliers. Collaborate with Clients, architects, engineers and other stakeholders to establish project goals, objectives and design criteria. Develop estimation forms and templates and maintain historical data for benchmarking purposes. Organizing and attending project meetings; documenting and following up on important actions and decisions from meetings. Organize and plan meetings, prepare agendas and meeting minutes. Maintain departmental filing system. Execute other duties within the scope, spirit and purpose of the job, as requested by management.

Requirements


Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access), Outlook, MS Project. Highly advanced MS Excel skills. Proficient in Bluebeam or other estimating take-off software. Excellent communication, analytical and problem-solving skills. Efficient with acute attention to detail Knowledge of sub-trades and their scope of work Team player and works independently. Proactive nature, particularly with regards to process improvement; and an interest in a career in estimation in construction environment. Flexible with the ability to work well under pressure to manage multiple priorities with tight deadlines. Architectural, Engineering or Quantity surveying knowledge required. Minimum of 5 years of experience in preconstruction management or leading estimating role. * Additional Project Management or Site experience is an asset