indeed
Estimator
PREMIER PROJECT CONSULTANTS
Kitchener, CAN
Full-time
Onsite
Discovered 3 weeks ago
Construction estimatingMulti-unit residential constructionMid-rise and high-rise projectsQuantity take-offsSubcontractor bid analysisTendering
Role Overview
Support estimating and pre-construction across multiple projects, primarily mid-rise and high-rise multi-unit residential construction.
Work with project executives, project managers, subcontractors, suppliers, and project partners through design and pre-construction.
Key Skills for This Role
Construction estimatingMulti-unit residential constructionMid-rise and high-rise projectsQuantity take-offsSubcontractor bid analysisTendering
Full Job Posting
About the role
Support estimating and pre-construction across multiple projects, primarily mid-rise and high-rise multi-unit residential construction.
Work with project executives, project managers, subcontractors, suppliers, and project partners through design and pre-construction.
Key responsibilities
- Develop project scopes, estimates, budgets, and schedules; review drawings and specifications and complete quantity take-offs.
- Obtain and evaluate bids; prepare tender packages and subtrade bid analyses for leadership review.
- Develop General Conditions budgets and pre-construction/build schedules.
- Provide value-engineering recommendations and pricing to improve cost, durability, constructability, or project timelines.
- Review drawings, change directives, and pricing; update budgets as designs and project requirements progress.
- Maintain unit and item cost databases, prepare monthly cash flow reports, coordinate with project teams, and keep estimating files organized.
- Support Project Executives across multiple assignments and provide additional estimating support as priorities evolve.
Experience and qualifications
- At least 5 years of construction estimating experience, with strong multi-unit residential experience and mid-rise/high-rise project experience.
- Direct Design-Build experience; North American construction experience, with Canada and/or USA experience.
- Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, sequencing, costs, building techniques, quantity take-offs, tendering, bid analysis, and budgeting.
- Strong value-engineering skills and ability to manage several projects and tender deadlines while maintaining accuracy.
- Microsoft Office proficiency; ability to adapt to changing requirements and remain calm under pressure.
- Knowledge of the 16 construction divisions is an asset. Project scheduling, drafting, and prior onsite construction experience are assets.
- Post-secondary education in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or a related field is preferred.
Workplace and schedule
- Must be available to work in the office Monday to Friday.
- Travel may be required.
Benefits
- Benefits include life insurance, long-term disability, medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Employee and Family Assistance Program, social events, and team-building activities are offered.
Hiring process
- The employer uses AI-powered tools to assist with resume screening.
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