The Opportunity:
We're looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Estimator to join our team. If you thrive on challenges, enjoy working collaboratively, and want to be part of a company that's committed to delivering the Acadian Advantage, a promise of quality, integrity, and community, then we'd love to hear from you.
What You'll Do:
- 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.
- Diploma in Engineering Technology or a Bachelor's in Engineering (preferred).
- Strong communication skills (English required; French is an asset).
- Proficiency in MS Office, MS Project, On-Screen Takeoff; familiarity with Revit BIM.
- Gold Seal Certification in Estimating (asset).
- Sharp attention to detail, collaborative mindset, and a drive to improve.
Why Acadian Construction?
- Competitive compensation package.
- RRSP program.
- Comprehensive health benefits, including an Employee Assistance Program.
- Opportunities for professional development.
- Collaborative team culture.
- A modern office, complete with a fully equipped onsite gym.
How to Apply:
If you're ready to bring your skills and passion to Acadian Construction, please submit your application online by sending your resume to [email protected].
Please note: We kindly ask that all applications be submitted electronically only. At this time, we are not able to accommodate in-person applications at our office. We appreciate your understanding.