Construction Cost Estimator – Civil/Water/Wastewater Facilities

Our client, a leading employee-owned construction company, is seeking a Construction Cost Estimator for their growing operations in Vancouver, B.C.

The Construction Cost Estimator is responsible for the accurate, timely preparation of full-cost estimates for projects, including materials and labour. This individual's accuracy is critical to the profitability of the business.
 
Responsibilities:

• Prepare and / or coordinate the preparation of full-cost estimates on Conceptual, Design-Build / Construction Management / IPD / Lump Sum or general tender work.
• Prepare materials, labour and equipment cost estimations necessary to successfully carry out a construction project according to proposals, plans, estimates and specifications.
• Establish unit costs, labour rates, productivity factors and location impacts.
• Obtain competitive material & equipment prices for all tenders / pursuits, specific to each opportunity.
• Evaluate and recommend allowances for indirect costs, design unknowns, escalation and contingency.
• Establish and develop competitive edges on tenders/pursuits in order to improve chances of success.
• Attend Pre-tender site visits/meetings in order to fully understand the scope of the tender/project.
• Review design options and recommend the best solution based on cost, engineering quality or availability of materials.
• Provide technical assistance in negotiating contracts, change orders, etc., as required.
• Participate and/or lead commercial / contract negotiations for Sub-trade “Buy-out’s” on secured projects; in conjunction with the operations team.
• Attend and participate in interviews with client teams for projects/opportunities we are pursuing.

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in construction/engineering or an appropriate field.
• Three or more years of experience in estimating.
• Experience estimating on water/wastewater projects or transportation or parks experience.
• Able to read and interpret building specifications, schematics and as-builds.
• Mathematical and analytical skills necessary for development of material and labour estimates.
• Mathematical and analytical skills necessary for interpretation of job-cost reports.
• Able to use cost-estimating software to prepare cost quotes and bids.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and Adobe.
• Good understanding of current market conditions and competitors within our marketplace.

 Benefits & Perks:

• Competitive wages ranging from 110K to 130 K base per year, depending on experience.
• Well rounded employer paid benefits program including health, dental, vision care and employee assistance program.
• RRSP matching program to aid and prepare employees for long-term financial security.
• Educational assistance for employees who wish to pursue job-performance-enhancing education.
• Recognition and annual salary review program.
• Leadership conferences that allow employees to connect and collaborate.
• Regular company-wide engagement opportunities.

Aplin is an award-winning employment agency dedicated to connecting diverse, top-tier talent with exceptional organizations across North America. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and there are no fees to apply for our jobs or to engage with our recruiters in finding a new career. Companies hire us to help them expand and diversify their teams. All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, which includes having the appropriate documentation, such as a work permit.