Estimator - Civil Construction

Job Description

EBC thinks outside the box and deploys all its know-how to carry out major infrastructure projects : bridges, roads, highways, tunnels, marine installations.

Our ability to meet deadlines and budgets as well as our vast expertise in the field allow us to actively participate in large-scale projects such as the Samuel-De-Champlain Bridge, the Réseau Express Métropolitain (REM) and the Site C hydro-electric power station located near Fort St-John in British Columbia.

Our seasoned team of engineers, project managers and other specialists also put their energy into the construction of wind farms and to the benefit of hydroelectric projects such as dams, power stations, tunnels and dikes.

EBC is positioned as a true leader in this sector. Our range of specialized services has made our reputation in Canada.

As an Estimator with our Civil Team, you will :

• Be responsible for all estimating aspects of the Tendering process;
• Review tender documents to determine the scope of work, including project milestones and constraints;
• Be responsible for having a thorough and complete knowledge and understanding of the tender documents, drawings, specifications, and addendum;
• Assist the Senior or Chief Estimator in the development of competitive tenders;
• Provide detailed estimates with complete quantity take-off, including the scope of work;
• Build level 1 schedule in MS Project with resources and project milestones;
• Prepare final estimate summaries, analyzing each section for scope, pricing, and completeness;
• Maintain files of working documents as back-up for estimate data, including current and accurate information on prices from suppliers;
• Participate in post-bid interviews with operations team;
• Provide leadership and establish and maintain compelling and harmonious relationships with all staff;
• Increase EBC’s brand and visibility in the GTA Market;
• Assist the Senior or Chief Estimator and the Director, to ensure EBC meets the various milestones;
• Establish and keep outstanding communications between subcontractors, suppliers, and consultants;
• Ensure chair internal bid review meetings with EBC’s senior management.

Requirements

• Degree in civil engineering or construction engineering;
• Previous experience in estimating civil construction projects;
• Experience in heavy civil pricing work such as cofferdams, shoring, road construction, bridge rehabilitation, in-water works;
• Experience using estimating software and systems and capacity to adapt to new estimating software;
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task;
• Experience with TPL Estimating software would be considered an asset;
• Advanced skills in management, negotiation, communication, and problem-solving;
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills;
• Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize work;
• Estimate setup for job costing and job cost analysis of active and completed project.

Benefits

• 4 weeks of annual vacation;
• Competitive salary;
• Complete group insurance program upon entry (health and dental components paid by the employer);
• Group RRSP with employer contribution to a Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP);
• 24 hour access to a virtual doctor (telemedicine);
• Training and development programs;
• Employee assistance program;
• Free coffee;
• Active social club and health and wellness committee;
• Diverse, innovative and stimulating environment;
• A company built on values of respect, integrity and a job well done;
• Firm recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies.

Requirements

• Degree in civil engineering or construction engineering; Previous experience in estimating civil construction projects; Experience in heavy civil pricing work such as cofferdams, shoring, road construction, bridge rehabilitation, in-water works;
• Experience using estimating software and systems and capacity to adapt to new estimating software; Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task;
• Experience with TPL Estimating software would be considered an asset; Advanced skills in management, negotiation, communication, and problem-solving;

Attention to detail and problem-solving skills; Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize work; Estimate setup for job costing and job cost analysis of active and completed project.