Estimator - Services

Description

• Cultivate and participate in a constructive, collaborative, and engaged team environment which includes estimators, operations teams, and industry partners
• Occasional travel to project work sites or other branch locations to offer short term support may be requested
• Identify project-specific HSE and Quality risks and propose mitigation plans for these items in the estimate
• Collaborate with project team members to develop accurate and competitive estimates
• Participate in the identification of project risk and cost mitigation, as well as the potential for project opportunities and cost savings
• Compile third party bids for solicitation of third-party material and or subcontractor pricing
• Provide accurate assessments of risk and scope for delegated portions of an overall estimate
• Set-up and complete discipline estimates in company standard estimating programs
• Participate in the analysis of potential strategies, advantages, or innovations for the project that could provide Graham with a more competitive bid
• Establish milestones throughout the estimate lifecycle and meet or exceed goals
• Complete estimate quantification and draft costing of labour, equipment, material, and subtrade amounts
• Analyze design criteria and assist in recommending best options based on cost, engineering quality, and availability of materials
• Determine the project scope of work
• Build upon and maintain relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders that reflect and support Graham core values
• Analyze subcontractor bids for irregularities and ensure the full scope of work is included

Requirements

• The majority of work is completed in the office with some mobility required locally for site walkthroughs, site condition reviews, and in-progress project visits
• Proficiency in the use of MS Excel and interpretation of design drawings. Previous experience with estimating software or BIM modelling is an asset
• Advance in MS Excel, scheduling software (Primavera preferred), quantification software (Autocad, Bluebeam, Agtek), and BIM modelling is an asset
• General understanding of all construction scopes of work
• 1 to 5 years of construction-related experience, or drafting experience; proficiency in a variety of general procurement methods is an asset
• Ability to comprehend tender documents, specifications, and drawings, with a basic understanding of contractual requirements
• Completion of a diploma or degree in a related post-secondary program
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills with above average organizational and time management abilities

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance