Estimator - Infrastructure

Description

• Identify and develop constructability requirements for project construction
• Develop coaching skills with the estimating team throughout all aspects of the estimating process
• Analyze design criteria and recommend best options based on cost, engineering quality, and availability of materials
• Analyze subcontractor bids for irregularities and ensure the full scope of work is included
• Assemble conceptual and budget costs using past project analytics, benchmarking, and historical data
• Identify and propose project risk and cost mitigation as well as the potential for project opportunities and cost savings
• Apply labour and equipment productivities to estimates based on historically accurate values
• Lead / manage the Kick-Off Meeting, weekly strategy meetings, and any formal meetings pertinent to ensuring the estimate process will meet the milestone dates established
• Complete estimate quantification and costing of general condition requirements, labour, and equipment, including productivities, material, etc
• Set-up and complete estimates in company standard estimating program
• Prepare preliminary construction schedules based on self-perform productivities and subcontractor input
• Determine the project scope of work
• Analyze and propose potential strategies, advantages, or innovations for the project that could provide Graham with a more competitive bid
• Oversee bid closings of mid to large projects led by more junior team members

Requirements

• In-depth understanding of all construction scopes of work with the ability to develop scopes of work for Graham initiated tenders
• Advanced degree of aptitude in comprehending tender documents, specifications, and drawings, with an understanding of contractual requirements
• Proficiency in the use of Graham software suite, MS Excel, scheduling software (Primavera preferred), InEight or other quantification software (such as OnScreen Takeoff, Bluebeam, Agtek), and BIM modelling is an asset
• 2 to 10 years of a combination of field and estimating experience; design-build experience and proficiency in a variety of general procurement methods is an asset
• Ability to understand, utilize, and communicate specialized information in speech and written text
• Completion of a diploma or degree training program at a college, university, or technical school; Gold Seal Certified, LEED Accredited, and LEAN experience are all assets

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance