Job Description
The Estimating Manager is responsible for overseeing a portion of the estimating operations within a larger business unit.
* Oversee project scope of work reviews to ensure completeness of estimates and that all technical specifications, subcontractor scopes, and general condition items have been quantified and costed.
* Identify and develop constructability requirements for orders of magnitude and high-level proposals.
* Propose and approve project risk and cost mitigation as well as the potential for project opportunities and cost savings.
* Review and confirm labour and equipment productivities are based on historically correct values through analytics and other sources.
* Confirm subcontractor bids as selected are clear of irregularities and ensure the full scope of work is completed.
* Participate in or lead the bid close of larger sized or more complex projects.
Requirements:
* Completion of a related diploma or degree at a college or technical school.
* Gold Seal Certified, LEED Accredited, LEAN experience, MRICS, and CIQS are all assets.
* 15+ years of a combination of construction project management and estimating experience.
* Experience with different procurement methods.
* Ability to collaborate with operations, different business units, internal and external clients, and stakeholders.
Qualifications:
* Thorough understanding of most contract types.
* Proficiency in the use of Graham software suite, MS Excel, scheduling software (Primavera preferred), quantification software (such as On Screen Takeoff, Bluebeam, Agtek), and BIM modelling is an asset.
Benefits:
* Salary circa $200k - $220k DOE.
* Work permit fees covered.
* Bonus.
* Pension.
* Healthcare.
* Dental.
* Relocation (circa $20k dollars).