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About our client
Our client is a leading civil contractor with expertise in residential, commercial, and institutional projects. With a strong reputation for delivering high-quality work and fostering a collaborative, growth-oriented work environment, they are committed to excellence across all stages of their projects.
Location: Vancouver Island, BC (Nanaimo, Victoria, Parksville) NOT Remote
Compensation details:
Base Salary: $100,000 – $130,000, DOE
- Benefits: Premiums fully paid; Day 1 coverage
- 5% RRSP Matching
- Relocation Assistance
Main duties:
- Lead & coordinate the estimating team to prepare accurate project budgets and estimates.
- Manage resources, including software and personnel, for estimating functions.
- Collaborate with the General Contracting Division on deliverables, bid formats, and budget tools.
- Prepare bid estimates using estimating software, spreadsheets, and hand calculations.
- Determine which projects to proceed with bidding, considering market conditions.
- Assign team responsibilities and ensure project scopes are fully understood.
- Identify and assess potential project risks.
- Mentor and support estimators and project coordinators.
- Prepare bid instructions and maintain the flow of project information
Requirements:
- 5+ years of estimating experience in residential, commercial, or institutional construction.
- Commercial or Civil estimating experience
- Proven success in estimating across diverse project types.
- Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Heavy Bid software experience is a plus.
- Post-secondary education or equivalent work experience.
- Valid BC driver’s license
David Aplin & Associates Inc., operating as Aplin, and its associated brands, CompuStaff and Impact Recruitment, is an award-winning employment agency connecting diverse, top-tier talent with exceptional organizations across North America. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and charge no fees to apply or engage with our recruiters. Our clients partner with us to help expand and diversify their teams. Please note that all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any necessary work permits.