Senior Civil Estimator

As a

Senior Civil Estimator, You Will :

• Develop a strategic and competitive plan for each tender
• Guide the preparation of thorough, accurate and timely estimates, including the preparation and submission of bid documents and the development of clear written proposals and correspondence
• Participate and understand design / build, ADP, and build to spec contracts
• Accurate and timely interpretation of project drawings, specifications, supplier and subcontractor quotes, proposals, and other documentation
• Prepare preliminary project schedules and draft schedules
• Responsible for accurate take-off of quantities from project drawings and specifications
• Prepare detailed estimates from first principals using cost history and past experience using existing estimating software systems in accordance with estimating policy, procedures and good practice
• Solicit quotations and proposals from suppliers and subcontractors, either directly or with the assistance of a junior estimator
• Peer review other estimatorsâ estimates
• Guide, direct and train junior estimating and clerical staff
• Assist project management group on project forecasting and costing out potential additional costs in claim situations or potential scope of work changes
• Distribute and control of bid documents including addendums to other estimators
• Follow-up of proposals to customers
• Establish and maintain relationships with existing and new suppliers, and subcontractors
• Attend site visits, pre-bid and pre-award meetings as required by the owner / engineer
• Assist project management group in starting up a project by chairing post-award meetings and attending pre-construction meetings
• Negotiate major purchase and subcontract agreements, prepare and review purchase orders and subcontract documents with project managers
• Accumulate, evaluate, and document historical cost data and construction procedures and methods
• Assist in maintenance and upgrade of the estimating database and software including analysis of field feedback on actual work performed

What You'll Bring

• 7-10 years ongoing experience as a civil estimator in heavy civil transportation and bridge projects, augmented by additional project management experience is required
• Completion of post-secondary education with a degree or diploma related to Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Estimating, or related education and / or experience
• Ability to read and interpret construction related documents including plans, specifications, and other technical material
• Ability to time manage and create plans to meet multiple deadlines within a high-pressure work environment
• Experience with Heavy Bid estimating software, or equivalent systems is considered an asset
• Proficiency using MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is essential, knowledge of using Bluebeam and scheduling software is also preferred
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment
• Adaptable to flexible work schedule when required to meet deadlines
• Valid driverâ s license and ability to travel as required
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