Job Description

Black & McDonald's Ottawa team is growing! If you are an analytical and collaborative professional searching for the opportunity to build a solid foundation for your career, this position is for you. The Estimator is located in Ottawa, Ontario and reports directly to the Estimating Manager.


Estimators analyze costs and prepare work take-offs and estimates. The successful candidate will provide technical and administrative support to project operations with emphasis on estimating, reporting and monitoring progress, planning, and handling project change.


Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:


Prepare estimates of cost of materials, labour and equipment for construction projects based on contract drawings/specifications, quotations, schematic drawings and specifications. Examine and analyze tenders, recommend tender awards and participate in negotiations. Coordinates price packages with suppliers, subcontractors, owners, designers and architects regarding tenders. Participates in site review, tender review, tender hand-off, project closing and operational/sector meetings with various stakeholders - ie. senior estimator, operational staff, and purchasing - as required Prepare and maintain a directory of suppliers, contractors and subcontractors Conduct material and equipment purchasing for secured jobs.

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS


Communicates Effectively Continuous Learning Holds Self and Others Accountable Problem Solving and Innovation Teamwork and Collaboration

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS


Degree or Diploma in Estimating or Project Management Business Construction Engineering Technology Construction Management Electrical/Mechanical/Civil Engineering

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS


1-3 years of estimating or project management experience in the construction/utility industry

SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS


Proficient user of:


MS Office (Word, Excel, Project) Bid2Win is considered an asset

Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.


If you are an existing Black & McDonald employee, please notify your supervisor of your interest and intent to apply before applying.