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EstimatorPCL Construction • Calgary Trail South, AB, CA
Estimator

Estimator

PCL Construction • Calgary Trail South, AB, CA
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

The future you want is within reach.

At PCL, we build the places where life happens and find camaraderie in the process. We’re a community of builders committed to building better communities. That’s why we’re always looking ahead, and not just to the next project or what’s next in our industry.

We’re also looking ahead at what’s next for you. We’re ready to help you build a career you’ll love — one where you get to use your best talents as you discover new ones along the way. If you can picture yourself working with a team that enjoys tackling challenges while encouraging each other to succeed, then you belong at PCL.

If you see yourself growing with PCL as a Estimator, apply to this posting and we’ll consider you for future opportunities.

Once you apply, our recruitment team will review your application and contact you if your experience is a good fit for the position. In the meantime, sign up for our talent community so you can be the first to know about PCL opportunities.

Here's how an Estimator contributes to our team :

Responsibilities

  • Lead small to medium estimates or contribute to larger estimates by reviewing all associated bid documents.
  • Analyze contract documents and specifications to determine project requirements and validate scope.
  • Perform quantity take-offs for labor, equipment, and materials from project documents.
  • Assist the estimate lead by populating tender forms, generating requests for information, anticipating proposal requirements, and contributing to the pursuit schedule.
  • Identify risks related to project-specific requirements, site conditions, schedule, and market factors, and recognize opportunities.
  • Support bid document control by organizing, documenting, and archiving all information related to the estimate for a smooth transfer to the project team.
  • Assist with bid-day activities and collaborate with other estimators to ensure successful bid submission.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with all stakeholders, including estimators, bid teams, subtrade partners, and suppliers.
  • Solicit competitive pricing from subtrade partners and suppliers to support bid efforts.
  • Contribute to the development of a critical path schedule for the estimate or pursuit.
  • Provide guidance and support to junior team members, including mentoring and coaching.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or diploma in a related discipline, or equivalent trade experience.
  • General understanding of construction cost estimating processes.
  • Familiarity with specifications, drawings, materials, methods, and construction procedures.
  • Knowledge of bid preparation principles, including quantity takeoff, procurement, pricing, and bid-closing procedures.
  • Understanding of different construction delivery methods such as hard bid, GMP, unit price, design-build, target pricing, and cost reimbursable contracts.
  • Awareness of compensation models, market conditions, business trends, and competitive landscape.
  • Ability to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders, including subtrade partners and suppliers.
  • Proficiency in estimating software and advanced skills using Microsoft Office Suite, with a strong aptitude for adopting new technology.
  • PCL is an innovative, employee-owned company of people who find passion in their profession and take pride in doing great work every day. Our work powers the infrastructure and utilities that are essential to daily life and our projects are the scene of vacations, careers, education and healing. We are consistently ranked among the best companies to work for because we are committed to supporting and developing our teams.

    The PCL Companies celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating equitable opportunities and an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We make employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or veteran status.

    Should you require an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at careers@pcl.com with the position and location you are interested in.

    Together, we can build success and a better future. Let’s get started!

    Primary Location :  Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Northwest Territories, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Northern Territory

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