Staffinity is currently seeking a Senior Estimator for a client located in Sudbury. This is a permanent position with base salary, benefits, company vehicle and vacation. The successful candidate will have 8+ years of experience estimating all aspects of general construction including, civil, structural, mechanical and electrical. The base salary range is 120-140k. The may be a fully remote position for the right candidate.
Responsibilities
- Conduct detailed analysis of contract documents (isometric, as-built, and engineering drawings) and specifications for large and complex projects to determine overall project requirements.
- Establish a critical path schedule including milestone dates and completion timelines to meet contract completion dates for large projects.
- Complete full quantity take-off of all labor, equipment, and materials for larger scopes. Reviews current material and construction equipment pricing and ensure bid validity and price escalation is addressed and meets project's needs.
- Lead pricing the general expense and project-specific general requirements for medium to large projects (lump sum and construction management).
- Complete final bid submission review and oversees final tender document submission to client.
- Liaise with external consultants and project management organizations to estimate project budget requirements and coordinates tender development.
- Monitor client project-specific success criteria; specifically understands owners' business, requirements, revenue generation, and provides solutions. Holds team accountable and challenges team and project to find creative solutions for overall project benefit.
- Advise management on strategic pursuit initiatives and opportunities.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in related discipline or Trade experience or equivalent.
- Gold Seal certification in estimating preferred (CDN).
- 8+ years of progressive experience in construction cost estimating with 12 months of onsite experience preferred.
- Experience estimating on complex, large dollar projects.
- Experience with self-perform estimate and productivity understanding.
- Knowledge and understanding of different construction methods, planning, scheduling, sequencing, potential problems, and timelines.
- Extensive knowledge of key principles involved in bid preparation, including quantity take-off procedures, trade contractor procurement, pricing and bid closing procedures.
- Expert in understanding and teaching contract terms for various delivery models and able to identify contract risks and opportunity.
- Ability to lead successful teams.
- Resourceful and self-motivated with strong organizational skills and ability to multitask.