Estimator

Description

• Collaborate with procurement and subcontractor trades to update pricing and refine estimates.
• Support the cost control team in monitoring budget versus actual cost performance.
• Verify and validate existing quantity take-offs prepared by others.
• Identify scope gaps, overlaps, or potential claims by reviewing drawings, specifications, and site progress.
• Coordinate with procurement and subcontract administration teams to align estimated quantities and rates with contract provisions.
• Break down quantities based on the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) to align with project controls and reporting requirements.
• Work closely with the design and construction teams to identify value engineering and optimization opportunities.
• Prepare and assist in the submission of variation proposals, including supporting calculations and documentation.
• Perform detailed quantity take-offs from IFC drawings, shop drawings, models, and field measurements.
• Conduct price benchmarking using market data, historical rates, and executed contract rates.

Requirements

• Ability to work effectively within a team environment.
• Ability to manage time and formulate plans to meet multiple deadlines within a high-pressure work environment.
• University degree, College diploma in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 2-5 years of experience completing estimates for multidisciplinary construction projects.
• Good knowledge of job cost fundamentals for typical items and scopes where design and/or schematics have been provided.
• Experience with estimating software is considered an asset.
• Adaptable to flexible work schedule when required to meet deadlines.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel as required.
• Demonstrated computer software proficiency- MS Excel/Word.
• Proven organizational skills.
• Ability to read and understand construction drawings and documents.

Benefits

• A wide array of learning and development opportunities.
• The opportunity to work on one of the most exciting rail projects in Toronto.
• Competitive pay, comprehensive health and dental benefits, and RRSP matching plans.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance