Estimator
Acadian Construction - 2 Jobs
Dieppe, NB | Halifax, NS
Posted today
Job Details:
In-person
Full-time
Permanent
Experienced
The Opportunity:
We're looking for an Estimator who is detail-oriented, collaborative, and passionate about helping deliver successful construction projects from the very beginning. If you enjoy solving problems, analyzing project requirements, and working alongside experienced construction professionals, we'd love to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- Budget Preparation: Create budgets and estimates by determining and quantifying scopes of work and applying pricing to quantified items. Communicate with subcontractors to clarify work and mitigate scope gaps.
- Risk Management: Conduct thorough risk assessments for each estimate, interpreting contracts and supplementary conditions to develop strategies for risk mitigation.
- Project Planning: Develop execution plans for projects, including preliminary schedules with start and completion dates.
- Site Assessments: Attend meetings and site visits to evaluate project complexities and determine the best approach.
- Stakeholder Communication: Maintain clear communication and relationships with clients, architects, consultants, subcontractors, and Acadian team members.
- Market Monitoring: Stay informed about market trends in residential, industrial, and commercial sectors to identify profitable opportunities.
- Continuous Improvement: Embrace new technologies, methods, and constructive feedback to enhance estimating processes.
- Team Collaboration: Foster a team-oriented environment, sharing best practices and supporting colleagues to achieve common goals.
Qualifications
- At least three years of relevant estimating experience with a general contractor in the construction industry is required.
- Postsecondary education in Construction Engineering Technology, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline is considered an asset.
- Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and building systems.
- Experience interpreting construction drawings and specifications.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Proficiency in MS Office, MS Project, On-Screen Takeoff; familiarity with Revit BIM.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.
Work With Us
What We Offer:
- Competitive compensation package.
- Group benefits program, including health, dental, vision, and an Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP).
- Company RRSP program.
- Professional development and career growth opportunities.
- A collaborative, team-oriented culture built on our core values: Evolve, Lead, Own It, Collaborate, and Move Forward.
- Employee events, recognition initiatives, and opportunities to get involved.
- A modern office environment featuring a fully equipped onsite gym (Dieppe office).
Ready to Join Our Team?
If you're an experienced Estimator who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys driving project success, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply by August 21, 2026.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Competition Number:
estimator
Company Website:
http://www.acadianconstruction.com
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