Pre-Construction Manager

We are seeking a detail-oriented, high-level professional to serve as the primary interface for all project bids throughout North America. This role is essential for orchestrating complex estimates of varying scopes and values by collaborating closely with our Sales, Project Management, and Construction teams. You will be the technical lead responsible for ensuring our bids are accurate, competitive, and fully aligned with the unique requirements of steel and fabric structure projects.

Advantages
Impactful Leadership: Provide critical mentorship and training to the Estimating Team to help them reach their full potential.


Comprehensive Benefits: This is a full-time position eligible for a robust benefits package following the standard 90-day onboarding period.


Stable Schedule: Enjoy a standard 42.5-hour work week based out of our Edmonton Head Office.


Professional Growth: Take a leading role in continuous improvement initiatives, refining the life cycle of our estimation processes.

Collaborative Culture: Work within a non-union environment that prioritizes "Respect Above All" and values the "Ideal Team Player" mentality.

Responsibilities
Estimate Development: Create and maintain precise project cost estimates, including statements of work, labor-hour projections, and detailed narratives.


Stakeholder Liaison: Work hand-in-hand with Sales and Construction teams to define Work Scopes and ensure that budgets accurately reflect labor, material, and equipment costs.


Contractual Oversight: Manage the Change Order process in line with Management of Change (MoC) protocols to address scope creep and project delays.


Market Analysis: Analyze subcontractor bid submissions and vendor documents to verify accuracy and productivity factors.


Data Stewardship: Maintain a comprehensive database of historical costs and rates to enhance the precision of future project bids.


Gate Review Coordination: Facilitate the internal review process for cost estimates, gathering comments and securing necessary approvals before submission.

Qualifications
Experience: A minimum of 10+ years of dedicated experience in construction estimating is required.

Steel Expertise: Proven experience with steel structures is an absolute necessity for this role.


Technical Education: A post-secondary degree or diploma in Engineering or Construction Management is preferred; an equivalent combination of trades background and experience will be considered.


Software Proficiency: Expert-level knowledge of Construction Estimating Software and the Microsoft Office Suite.


Analytical Skills: Strong ability to interpret complex construction drawings, contractual documents, and project schedules.

Character: Must fit the "Hungry, Humble, and Smart" profile, with a focus on quality over speed and the ability to work effectively in a versatile, "all-hands-on-deck" business model.

Readiness: Must be local to Edmonton and possess a valid passport with the ability to qualify for US entry for project-to-project requirements.

Summary
This position is for an expert estimator who thrives on precision and high-level technical analysis. You will be responsible for ensuring our projects are set up for financial and operational success from the very beginning. We are looking for a professional who balances a tenacious drive for results with a collaborative spirit and a deep respect for their colleagues.

If you match the qualifications for the role with Canadian experience please email paul.rabel@randstad.ca. Only qualified candidates matching the listed criteria will be contacted.

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.