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Senior Estimator - Buildings

Graham, Vancouver, BC
$111,000.00 - $152,600.00 / Salary - Annual
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Job Description

About the Role:


Reporting to the Chief Estimator of our BC Buildings Group, our Senior Estimator will be responsible for leading high complexity project pursuits, as well as determining project scopes, accurate quantifying / costing, managing deadlines, and mentoring the more junior team members. 
 

As a Senior Estimator at Graham you will:

  • Complete estimate quantification and costing of general condition requirements, labour, and equipment, including productivities, material, and subtrade plugs.
  • Lead or participate in the bid close on projects.
  • Develop scopes of work for subcontractors to provide budgeting assistance on medium-sized projects.
  • Lead a team of support estimators and operational staff, assisting with planning their time, oversee delegation and quality of work, and compiling all input on medium to large complexity projects.
  • Lead / manage the Kick-Off Meeting, weekly strategy meetings, and any formal meetings pertinent to ensuring the estimate process will meet the milestone dates established.
  • Select and invite to tender trade partners that are assessed to be financially viable with adequate manpower and appropriate level of expertise to complete the work.
  • Build and maintain relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders that reflect and support Graham core values.

Preferred Qualifications

Qualifications / Experience:

  • Completion of a diploma or degree in a related post-secondary program.
  • 7+ years of a combination of field and estimating experience; design-build experience and proficiency in a variety of general procurement methods is an asset.
  • Specific experience with estimating buildings construction projects.
  • Proficiency in the use of Graham software suite, MS Excel, scheduling software (Primavera preferred), quantification software (such as OnScreen Takeoff, Bluebeam, Agtek), and BIM modelling is an asset.
  • Ability to develop less experienced estimators’ skills through mentoring, teaching and training. 
  • Ability to foster and develop relationships with clients, trades, and team members.

Details Apply Now

Date Posted: 06/25/2024
Start Date: Ongoing
Classification: Exempt
Level: Experienced
Travel Requirements: Onsite
Job Type: Full-time
Wage: Salary - Annual
Wage From: $111,000.00
Wage To: $152,600.00
Number of Employees: 1

Graham
Job Postings 5
Company Website: https://grahambuilds.com/
Company Phone Number: 236-317-4431
This Company is part of the following Regional Construction Associations and participates in the following BC Construction Association recognized programs and initiatives: