Senior Estimator

Are you a dedicated, passionate professional looking to grow your career with a company long-term? Join Hall Constructors as a Senior Estimator! As a Senior Estimator you report to the Chief Estimator and will prepare and submit estimates on behalf of Hall Constructors.

This position contributes to the overall organization by bidding on various types of work and handing over successful bids to the project team.

This role primarily interacts with the estimating team, Chief Estimator, VP of Estimating, and Project Coordinators with the goal of project pursuit and acquisition.

Coordination and communication with the operations staff is key to ensure feedback from ongoing projects and input for creating estimates.

Contact with clients, subcontractors, and vendors will also be required and the utmost professionalism is expected during these interactions.

You will be responsible for all aspects of estimating including, reviewing bid documents, measuring quantities, developing first principle estimates, procuring and comparing quotes from vendors and subs, and preparing and submitting proposals.

As a Senior Estimator you will be expected to work on more complex and key projects which are key to Hall’s sustained success and ultimate growth.

On larger estimates you may have one or several more junior staff reporting to you for support and you should support them with mentorship and guidance.

Your day-to-day will look like :

• Support estimating team with competent and timely work.
• Work within the framework of Hall’s estimating and project management guidelines and best practices.
• Manage all takeoffs for the estimate, including assigned Intern or Project Coordinator.
• Read and understand contract documents and specifications
• Collaborate with other estimators and project coordinators to deliver a competitive bid.
• Communicate with clients and sub-contractors about the estimate frequently throughout the process.
• Maintain accurate bid folders by organizing all addendums, quotes, drawings, and documents.
• Attend all Estimator’s meetings and on / off-site bid meetings.
• Continue to keep up-to-date on current standards and practices in the industry.
• Seek our assistance and guidance when needed
• Mentor estimators and project coordinators

You have the following qualifications, technical and interpersonal skills :

Qualifications :

• Years of experience : 5 years minimum
• Education : Post Secondary Education or applicable work experience
• Designations :
• Considered an asset : Past local civil construction experienceAutoCAD experienceBC Class 5 drivers’ license

Technical Skills :

• Advanced understanding of Programs / Software HeavyBid and Heavy Job (HCSS)
• Advanced understanding on how to complete accurate quantity takeoffs for the following types of work : Large-scale excavationsDetailed excavationsDeep utilitiesShallow utilitiesFlatworksEarthworks (cut-to-fill, road cross-sections, ditch grading, retaining walls, etc.)Miscellaneous works
• Understand the estimating process and how to organize a bid following Hall’s standards.
• Proficient in spoken and written English.
• Understand the estimating process and how to organize a bid following Hall’s standards.
• Proficient in Excel, Word, Project, MS Teams, etc.

Interpersonal Skills :

• Thrives in a face-paced environment, where deadlines are essential to meet.
• Ability to excel in a team atmosphere and collaborate with different personalities.
• Strong organizing and problem-solving skills.
• Good active listening and being willing to learn through observation and absorbing knowledge from coworkers.
• Committed & reliable to work with little supervision.
• Paying attention to detail and proactively identifying potential issues.
• Understand how to prioritize workload and be responsive.
• Confidence in one’s own abilities.
• Desire to grow within our organization and strive to achieve goals set by supervisor.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication
• Seeks assistance when in need
• Provide guidance and assistance to more junior staff
• Build relationships with Clients and Suppliers.

You can expect these great benefits :

• Competitive compensation packages.
• Extended health benefits.
• Team building and social events.
• Training, development and mentorship opportunities.
• Opportunity to advance in your career.
• Work-life balance.
• A great culture where we truly value our employees.
• Only residents in the Lower Mainland of BC will be considered.

About Hall Constructors :

Hall Constructors was founded in 2010 and since then has seen steady growth to become one of Business in Vancouver’s Top 10 Construction Companies in BC.

Hall Constructors specializes in large scale excavation, civil infrastructure, highway and bridge construction, underground utilities and site development projects.

With project sizes ranging from $100k to $150M, we are well suited to manage any civil project needs regardless of complexity.

Our diversification and growth started in 2018 with the addition of All Roads Construction. With All Roads successfully up and running, 2020 saw more growth with the addition of Hall Shoring & Foundations, Hall Mechanical Services, Bulk Specialty and FLL Distributors.

We pride ourselves as a collaborative and forward-thinking employer and want our employees to build their skillset and achieve career goals with us.