Estimating Manager

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead direct reports through coaching and development opportunities

• Ensure quality and accurate bids per contract per specifications available, on time and on budget

• Meet deadlines for project completion with a focus on creating solutions that optimize production and efficiency and/or communicate variations to the deadlines

• Maintain estimating procedures, models, scope, and proposal templates and / or improve where applicable

• Prepare and review bid documents for submission by ensuring scope of work and estimators work are accurate

• 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

• 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

Technical Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or college diploma within Engineering / Engineering Technology, or similar field

• Experience in the construction/concrete industry

• 5 plus years of estimating experience

• Experience managing a team

• High Capacity related to reading and interpreting Architectural, Structural, Civil and Precast shop drawings

• High capacity related to reading and interpret technical specifications

• Precast Prestressed Concrete Experience is an asset

• Experience with BIM software is an asset

• Familiarity with OBC, NBC, CSA standards is an asset

Business Requirements:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel software applications

• Technologically 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

• Desire to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven and customer-focused environment

As a member of the OSCO Construction Group, Strescon Limited offers a comprehensive compensation package including health and dental coverage, life insurance, RRSP and tax-free savings account options. Additionally, we offer educational bursaries to children of employees, health & wellness programming, celebratory events and employee sport team sponsorships.