Senior Estimator

Job Description

Who we are and what we offer:

Interested in shaping skylines across the globe?

Multiplex is a premier construction company with a simple purpose: to construct a better future. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to help deliver some of the world's most iconic projects, supported by approachable leadership and an inclusive culture that puts our people first.

You will also have access to a range of holistic benefits including:

• Market competitive compensation packages and group RRSP matching.
• Company paid medical, health, and dental benefits including mental health and wellness resources.
• Paid time off including annual vacation, parental leave, and volunteer leave.
• Financial wellbeing support and discount programs.
• Professional career development opportunities and a wealth of learning offerings through the Multiplex Learning Academy.
• An industry-leading approach to flexible work to enable better work-life balance.

Who we're looking for:

Our people are united by a common belief: that we can outperform in everything we do.

Our Values

We have Grit - We are Collaborative - We Care About People - We Keep It Real

Position Summary

The Senior Estimator is responsible for preparing estimates and analyzing costs for various projects and providing technical and administrative support to project management teams. This role also contributes to the completion of estimates and proposals for projects while identifying risks, opportunities and maintains strategies to win bids.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise the solicitation of trades and suppliers regarding bid invitations, pricing, addenda, and tender/bid closings
• Supervise junior estimating staff that provides quantity take-offs for all important, designated areas of the estimate while ensuring the take-off is well notated for hand-over to the project team
• Analyze plans, specifications, proposals, and other documentation in preparation of bid estimates for projects, perform or supervise the preparation of complete estimates on selected projects consisting of project site visit, quantity take-off, pricing, and presentation of estimate for management and client review
• Actively build subcontractor/supplier database and relationships to ensure best pricing
• Ensure the flow of preconstruction information internally and externally is maintained and documented
• Maintain and communicate data on construction and material cost trends affecting preconstruction database
• Perform turnkey estimating duties from time of project's introduction to company to beginning of construction, including the following: Create/maintain organized estimate files Take responsibility for all preconstruction correspondence with all involved parties including: bid invitations, requests for information, addenda, and scope of work clarification List comprehensive estimate with detailed line items appropriate for the scope of work of each project Solicit accurate pricing from qualified subcontractors/vendors/suppliers/ to ensure adequate competitive coverage of each estimate line item Organize project site visits if necessary to define scope and familiarity with project Define/confirm scope of work for each subcontractor/supplier and produce written scope sheet certified by same if other documentation of scope is not completely clear Provide scope of work clarification document to clarify any relevant information not clarified in bid documents Participate in meetings with project management team to prepare any successful estimates for construction
• Apply knowledge and skills through the handling of complex problems and share expertise with the estimating team
• Evaluate, present and support the presentation of estimate proposals
• Prepare conceptual estimates by interpreting historical data
• Maintain historical cost data
• Oversee and manage selection and maintenance of subcontractors within a database
• Provide guidance for non-estimating personnel on their estimating related requirements
• Provide technical training to subordinates
• Interface and communicate effectively with other estimating staff, all levels of management, clients and industry contacts
• Contact and develop business relationships with subcontractors and suppliers for pricing within estimates
• Explore future opportunities pursuant to the business plan, manage bids and lead the estimating team in all estimating opportunities
• Prepare for and attend major trade pre-award meetings as required
• May perform other related duties as assigned
• Undertake risk assessment on price, supply, demand and length of project
• Keep up to date with new construction materials, methodologies rules and regulations

Education & Experience

• A minimum of 7–10 years of progressive construction estimating experience
• Experience working on ICI projects, including hospitals preferred
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Architectural Design, Engineering, Construction, or Quantity Surveying (preferred)
• Professional membership in CIQS (strongly preferred)
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office and related estimating software
• Understanding of Revit models and ability to use model information for estimating

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of quantity surveying and estimating techniques as it relates to construction
• Knowledge of construction costs and budgets, develops project schedule
• Solid knowledge of trade scopes development
• Ability to professionally operate in a fast-paced environment maintained by a company in a positive controlled growth mode
• Must be able to meet deadlines and put in the time needed to get the job done
• Effective professional oral and written communication skills
• Must possess a strong work ethic and values that are above-reproach
• Has developed technical knowledge of modern construction practices, techniques and equipment.
• Must possess excellent problem solving skills
• Strong financial acumen
• Proven track record of work winning valued at $100M+
• Solid understanding of specifications, construction methods and procedures
• Extensive knowledge of key principles involved in bid preparation, including quantity take off procedures, Sub-trade procurement, pricing and bid closing procedures

The expected salary range for this position is $130,000 to $145,000 CAD per year. Final compensation will be determined based on relevant skills, knowledge, experience, and qualifications.

This role is for an existing vacancy.

A note on diversity:

Diversity is about celebrating the ways we are all different and appreciating the unique qualities that every employee brings. We invite applications from people of all genders, cultures and walks of life. Research shows that women and people from underrepresented groups are less like to apply for roles if they don't meet every qualification. So even if you don't match all the criteria - if you are passionate about helping to construct a better future, we'd love to hear from you.

We are committed to providing a barrier-free work environment in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code and can support with reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, please contact us at 416 359 8559 or by e-mail at recruitment.canada@multiplex.global. This ensures that the appropriate accommodations are arranged before the commencement of employment.

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