Job Title: Alumitech Ltd.
Location: Bedford, NS
TP - ATL - 8271

Meridia Recruitment is pleased to partner with Alumitech Ltd. in the recruitment of an Estimator to join their team in Bedford, Nova Scotia. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an industry leader in building envelope solutions. Alumitech has played a pivotal role in the explosive development of Halifax Regional Municipality, and this is your chance to make an impact on future development projects in the Atlantic region.

Founded in 1991 and headquartered in Bedford, Nova Scotia, Alumitech designs, fabricates, and installs custom engineered curtain walls, architectural windows, skylights, store fronts, doors, metal cladding and custom fabricated architectural glass. Representing excellence in its market and serving as the go-to provider for building envelope solutions, Alumitech has longstanding relationships with Atlantic Canada's largest construction companies, architectural firms and developers.

Role Description

Reporting to the President, the Estimator will support and lead bid preparation and strategy on building envelope projects. In this role, you will develop and create optimized and detailed plans for the execution of the scope of work being tendered, working collaboratively with various stakeholders and industry experts to ensure that potential risks and uncertainties that could impact project costs and timelines are minimized.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates for building envelope projects of various complexity, including roofing, cladding, glazing, and waterproofing systems.
• Analyze drawings, specifications, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates.
• Conduct site visits and pre-bid meetings to assess project scope, site conditions, and constructability.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and field teams to gather input on project logistics, risks, and resource needs.
• Develop and maintain relationships with subcontractors and suppliers; solicit and evaluate pricing, availability, and lead times.
• Track and analyze historical data, unit costs, and productivity to refine estimating accuracy.
• Prepare tender submissions, budgets, change order estimates, and cost breakdowns in a clear and organized format.
• Participate in bid reviews and negotiations with clients and general contractors.
• Monitor and update estimating software, pricing databases, and takeoff tools.
• Support the transition of awarded projects from estimating to project management, including scope handoff, budgeting, and forecasting support.

Your Qualifications

As the ideal candidate, you're a seasoned construction professional with a strong knowledge of construction materials, methods, and building envelope systems. You're proficient in reading and interpreting architectural and engineering drawings and specifications, and you have a solid understanding of construction contracts, bid processes, and industry pricing.

Qualifications:

• Diploma or degree in Construction Management, Architectural Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in building construction, architecture or engineering.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills with a high level of attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills; ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to collaborate effectively with project stakeholders.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to project sites as required.

To express interest in this opportunity please apply online by clicking "Apply Now" below.

For more information contact Thomas Pugh, Partner, at 902-818-4506 and [email protected] or Rick Neima, Consultant at 902-488-2534 and [email protected], or please apply online by clicking the "Apply Now" button below. Please let us know if you require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment process.

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