Construction Estimator
#286497
Victoria, BC, Canada
Description
Construction Estimator
We are a family owned and operated civil excavating company operating out of Victoria, BC.
Responsibilities
- Analyze construction drawings, specifications, proposals, and contract documents to prepare cost estimates.
- Calculate quantities of materials, labour, and equipment required for construction projects.
- Solicit and evaluate quotations from subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors.
- Prepare detailed cost estimates for residential, commercial, industrial and civil excavation services, including underground utilities, site servicing, earthworks, roadworks, and municipal infrastructure projects.
- Develop and maintain databases of material, labour, and equipment costs.
- Prepare tender submissions, bid packages, and pricing proposals.
- Review and analyze project risks and identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Conduct site visits to assess project conditions and gather estimating information.
- Participate in pre-bid meetings and client consultations.
- Monitor project budgets and compare actual costs against estimated costs.
- Review change orders and prepare cost estimates for project modifications.
- Negotiate pricing with subcontractors and suppliers.
- Assist in contract administration and procurement activities.
- Coordinate with architects, engineers, consultants, and project stakeholders during project planning and execution.
- Prepare project schedules and assist in tracking project milestones.
- Monitor project progress to ensure compliance with budgetary objectives.
- Prepare progress reports, cost reports, and project forecasts for management and clients.
- Support project managers in resource planning and project execution.
- Review project documentation and ensure compliance with contractual requirements.
- Maintain estimating records and project cost documentation.
- Participate in project closeout activities, including final cost reconciliation and post-project analysis.
- Coordinate project activities between clients, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers.
- Track project deliverables and assist in managing project timelines.
- Facilitate project meetings and document action items.
- Assist with procurement planning and subcontractor selection.
- Monitor construction progress and report budget variances.
- Develop and implement cost control procedures.
- Support quality assurance and project documentation processes.
Skills
- Proficiency in Bluebeam (take off package)
- MS Project
- MS Excel
- Strong negotiation skills to secure favorable pricing and terms
- Excellent project management abilities to coordinate multiple aspects of estimating processes
- In-depth knowledge of construction estimating techniques and best practices
- Construction experience is highly preferred to understand project complexities
- Ability to perform accurate pricing analysis based on detailed quantity take-offs
- Effective communication skills for collaborating with clients, suppliers, and team members
- Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Civil technology diploma.
Area of work experience
- Project coordination
Terms of employment
- Location: Victoria, BC
- Permanent Position
- Full Time
Wage
- $88,192 CAD + performance bonuses
Benefits Package
- Vision care
- Dental care
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care