Senior Cost Estimator

Senior Construction Estimator Your new company An employee-owned Canadian General Contractor with a national presence is currently looking to hire a Senior Estimator with extensive Industrial, commercial, and institutional (ICI) project experience. In business for over 25 years this established firm offers Construction Management and General Contracting Services across Canada. Due to an influx of new work, they need a leader type estimator. Your new role Based in Toronto, the job of the Senior Estimator is to develop estimates and budgets for hard bid, design/build and construction management proposals based on construction drawings and specifications and submit proposals on a timely basis. In this job you will participate in the development of estimating models, tools, and best practices, be involved in quantity take offs, sub trade/supplier tender packages and risk assessment, and work with project managers to draft project schedules. The Senior Estimator will participate in contract evaluation and be responsible for preparation of relevant contract documents, as well as review all tender documentation and drawings, be accountable for accuracy and timeliness of tender submissions, coordinate and/or attend pre-bid meetings and reviews and approves all bid packages before submission to client. What you'll need to succeed To qualify for the Senior Estimator job, you must possess a minimum of 5 years of construction estimating experience within the Toronto construction market. You will have a solid relationship with local trades, sub trades and consultants. To be effective you will have an extensive knowledge of a variety of estimating methods and techniques. You should have a strong understanding of Canadian construction contracts and scheduling and all phases of a construction project. This includes contract administration, procurement, material control, economics, accounting, labor laws and have a working knowledge of Ontario laws and building codes. Finally excellent communication skills and strong knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); MS Project; and estimating software in a must. What you'll get in return This job offers a competitive salary with benefits, bonus and paid vacation and the ability to work from home as well as the opportunity to join a successful and busy construction company with an employee-oriented culture. What you need to do now If this is an opportunity you are interested in and your background matches the experience required, please send your resume in confidence to Bob Bracalenti. If you feel that it would be a good fit for somebody you know, please feel free to pass along this job posting. Due to the high volume of resumes received only the most suitable candidates will be contacted for pre-screening. If you do not hear from me this time around, please feel free to apply for future vacancies. Thank you for your interest in Hays Construction.