Construction Estimator - Almonte, Canada - LBL Excavation & Trucking

LBL Excavation & Trucking

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Almonte, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

At LBL Excavation & Trucking, we are committed to building better communities. We are always looking ahead, not just to the next project or what's next in our industry.

We are also looking at what's next for you and how we can help you build a career you're proud of.

We are currently seeking a
Civil Estimator.

As a Heavy Civil Estimator (roads, earthworks, sewer & water) for our Almonte Office you will contribute to our team by:

Review and assess tender specifications, drawings, and reports
Compile supplier and subcontractor pricing aiding the estimators on closing tenders.
Perform detailed, timely and wellorganized cost estimates for heavy civil construction projects
Estimate costs of materials, labour and equipment for projects based on contract bids, quotes, schematic drawings and specifications
Estimating commercial and residential site preparation, commercial and residential sewer and water, catch basin, commercial and residential septic installation, road building
Advise on tendering procedures, examine and analyze tenders, recommend tender awards and conduct negotiations
Establish and maintain tender process
Prepare cost and expenditure statements and forecasts for a project
Prepare and maintain a list of suppliers, contractors and subcontractors
Liaise, consult and communicate with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors, and prepare estimates on changes to cost estimates

What you will bring to the role:

Postsecondary diploma or degree in related discipline or trade experience or equivalent.
5 years of progressive experience in construction cost estimating
General knowledge of different construction methods; planning, scheduling, sequencing, quality, safety, and timelines.
Intermediate knowledge of key principles involved in bid preparation; including quantity takeoff procedures and systems, subtrade partner procurement, pricing, interdepartmental functions, general expense philosophy and bidclosing procedures.
Understanding of compensation models, market conditions, business trends, internal historical information and competitors to develop win strategies.
Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with stakeholders including the ability to solicit subtrade partners and suppliers.
Working knowledge of estimating software, advanced skills using Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace and a strong aptitude for adopting new technology.

MERX, DATABID, BIDDINGO experience will be considered an asset

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

Salary:
From $110,000.00 per year

Benefits: