Our client is seeking a qualified and motivated individual to join our Vaughan based team as a Project Estimator. This is an opportunity to join a company with over 25 years of construction experience. Reporting to the Chief Estimator you will be responsible for all aspects of tendering a project. Travel throughout the GTA area may be required.
About the Role
Visit pretender site meetings and site investigations
Perform quantity / material take-offs
Checking estimates for accuracy and errors
Solicit subtrade pricing
Budgeting and cost control
Evaluating subtrade quotations during tendering
Finalization of tender forms for submittal
Analysis and summarizing successful and unsuccessful tenders
Submittal of bonding and insurance requirements
Communicate with Owners and Consultants
Assess and evaluate risks of each tendered project
Update and Coordinate Request for Tender and Quotation documents with subtrades
Ability to develop preliminary construction scheduled using MS Project
Skills and Experience
8 to 10 years experience working as a Project Estimator
Post-secondary education in a construction related program
Professional attitude
Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal
Highly organized
Great attention to detail
Solid computer skills in particular MS Excel
Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a self-directed manner