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Estimator

Estimator

Randstad CanadaEdmonton, Alberta, CA
16 days ago
Job type
  • Permanent
  • Quick Apply
Job description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join a team of dynamic professionals to carry out large scale service projects. This Edmonton based company with a solid reputation in environmental and residuals management in Western Canada and throughout the USA has an opportunity for the right individual to showcase their leadership skills and their responsibility at ensuring all tasks are conducted with diligence and in a timely manner.

Advantages

Competitive Compensation Plan

Benefits (heath and dental)

RSP Matching

Bonus Plan

Responsibilities

  • Utilize a custom estimating tool (Excel-based) to perform cost estimates
  • Analyze tender documents and prepare bids and RFPs
  • Review specifications for take-offs and quantity calculations
  • Conduct site visits during bidding phase
  • Research and assess project costs
  • Request and follow up on quotes from subcontractors and suppliers
  • Analyze and compare received quotes
  • Prepare preliminary work schedules
  • Periodically assist project manager and directors with estimating additional work and other related tasks
  • Participate in internal kick-off meetings to share relevant information about specifications, ensuring smooth project progression and profitability

Qualifications

  • 8 to 10 years estimation experience, ideally in large scale commercial or industrial projects
  • Technical training in engineering technology or engineering
  • A valid driver's license
  • Willingness to travel to sites in Canada and the USA (approximately 20% - 30%)
  • Proficiency in estimating software is an asset
  • Strong skills in Microsoft Office, particularly advanced Excel knowledge
  • Excellent communication skills (both spoken and written); proficiency in French is a bonus
  • Summary

    If you would like to be considered for this opportunity please forward your resume via email to Lisa Johnson [email protected]

    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 [email protected] to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.

    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 [email protected] to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.