Senior Cost Estimator

Overview

Prepare detailed quantity take‑offs and cost estimates for transit infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• design docs
• cost estimates
• quantity takeoff
• cost analysis
• peer review
• value engineering

Tasks

-Prepare and interpret design documents including concept and schematic design stages, tender documents, specifications, general conditions, other parts, and forms of contracts. -Lead the development of capital, operation and maintenance, lifecycle, and other cost estimates for the proposed infrastructure improvements consistent with an Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering (AACE). -Complete peer reviews of external estimates and budgets and making recommendations as to format and accuracy. -Maintain current construction cost information using a combination of historical costs, market research, and construction cost indices and references. -Prepare a quantity variance report at various stages of cost planning and for bid analysis when required. -Support commercial and project management teams with cost analysis for delay claims and Change Order Requests. -Prepare detailed quantity take-offs and cost estimates from the early design development stages to tender and construction-ready architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, and civil works drawings and specifications. -Performing detailed review of contract specifications and drawings to identify errors, discrepancies and/or ambiguities which may impact estimate accuracy. -Assist in value engineering assignments. -Work as an integral member of project teams, and coordinate several projects concurrently as needed

Requirements

• costx
• primavera
• 10+ years
• pqs
• civil engineering
• microsoft project

What You Bring

-Familiarity with the extraction of quantities from BIM models is an asset. -Have the ability to handle multiple, diverse assignments. -Computer literate and be comfortable with electronic measurement and estimate preparation using applications such as On-Screen Takeoff, RIB CostX, or equal. -A minimum of 10 years' related experience -Advanced understanding of construction estimating concepts, construction scheduling and elements associated with Risk -Able to lead small project estimates -Membership from Association for Advancement of Cost Engineering International (AACEi) is an asset. -Good verbal and written communication skills -Advanced understanding of Microsoft Office software -Experienced with calculation and application of General Conditions and General Requirements allowances, contingency, and escalation within cost plans and estimates. -Professional Quantity Surveyor (PQS) from Canadian Institute of Quantity Surveyor. -Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or Construction Science Engineering or equivalent experience -Good organizational and communication (written and verbal) skills. -Familiarity with Microsoft Project and Primavera is an asset. -Familiarity with Metrolinx Estimating Guide for External Consultants and Metrolinx cost estimate templates is an asset. -Intermediate Management fundamentals

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-provides innovative and sustainable solutions for infrastructure, buildings, and the environment. -combines engineering, architecture, and environmental stewardship in a holistic approach. -designing award-winning transit systems, water treatment plants, and energy-efficient buildings. -iconic public buildings and large-scale infrastructure projects.

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