Estimating Manager

Estimating Manager

Brampton, ON

Reference No CG - 18345 Meridia has partnered with a leading construction groupwhich has grown to encompass four main operating sectors : Steel, Concrete, Construction, and Corporate.

Within these sectors are an ever-expanding number of companies and divisions, serving a growing market area and employing over one thousand people.

All of their sectors are committed to conducting business with integrity and fairness, providing continuous education and training for employees, improving processes, focusing on customers' needs, and delivering top-quality products and services

As the Estimating Manager, the ideal candidate requires a leadership style that encourages results-driven, task-oriented collaboration.

They must have high attention to detail, a sense of urgency and the ability to make decisions and adjust quickly to changing conditions through practical and efficient methods.

In general, this is a position where guidelines, structure and established procedures must

be followed closely. Key Responsibilities :

• Ensure quality and accurate bids per contract and Company requirements, on time and on budget
• Meet deadlines for project completion with a focus on creating solutions that optimize production and efficiency
• Maintain estimating procedures, models, scope, and proposal templates
• Prepare and review bid documents for submission
• Prepare materials take-off and estimates
• Utilize software to manage data and facilitate effective retrieval of information
• Assist project management by preparing estimates for change notices
• Manage and lead direct reports through coaching and development opportunities
• Maintain professional relationships with sub-contractors and vendors in the market area with a focus on exceptional customer satisfaction, quality, safety, and value-added services
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with team, Sales, Operations, Engineering, Field, Purchasing and Finance
• Other duties as assigned

Key Qualifications :

• Civil Engineering Technology graduate or other related education
• 3 years’ experience in the construction / concrete industry
• 10 years’ estimating experience
• 5 years’ managerial experience
• Ability to read and interpret Architectural, Structural, Civil and Precast shop drawings
• Ability to read and interpret technical specifications divisions 3, as well as divisions 0 and 1
• Precast Prestressed Concrete Experience is preferred
• Experience with BIM software is an asset
• Familiarity with OBC, NBC, CSA standards is an asset
• Strong detail orientation and analytical skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel software applicationsTechnologically inclined; experience with software, data and reports is an asset.
• Ability to assume responsibility, interface and communicate effectively with others and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills
• Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with all departments / staffing levels
• Desire to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven and customer-focused environment
30+ days ago