Estimator/project Coordinator - Kingston, Canada - R.W. Tomlinson Limited

R.W. Tomlinson Limited

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Kingston, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Tomlinson Infrastructure is currently seeking an Estimator / Project Coordinator to join our team in Kingston, ON. This position reports to the Construction Manager.

This position entails preparing lump sum, unit rate and cost-plus estimates for a broad range of projects and assists in all aspects of the project including: scheduling, submissions, customer relations, contract management, change management, project controls, quality control and safety.

They will liaise with customers, clients, sub-contractors and consulting engineers to build professional relationships and to promote R.W. Tomlinson services and capabilities.

Location:
Kingston, ON

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Prepare and submit required project plans and submissions
Attend job showings and pretender site visits
Review tender specifications, drawings, Geotech reports, and draft contract/subcontract documents. Submit concerns or questions through the tender RFI process. Identify all potential contract risks and liaison with our project controls and claims department for advice
Reviews tender submissions with the appropriate manager
Perform quantity calculations and full takeoffs for all tender items
Utilize estimation software to prepare estimates
Run estimation handover meetings with field team to convey estimation productions, risks and opportunities carried in the estimate
Assist with preparation of contract schedules and tracking of daily productions
Receive and process construction drawings, construction documents and shop drawings
Compile monthly payment quantities
Assist with change of works and change proposal process
Monitor job costs and approve invoices
Order materials and daily schedules
Obtain permits and monitor compliance
Order and process underground utility locates
Communicate with clients and subcontractors to obtain pricing
Monitor job posting sites, media, engineering firms etc. for tendering opportunities.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Fastpaced work environment, typically on large and complex projects
Working in an office environment or on construction site(s)
Potential of long working hours, with local travel between work sites as required
Will be required to work under pressure with tight deadlines
Exposure to construction site work environment in all seasons and weather conditions

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

University degree in Civil Engineering, college diploma in Civil Engineering (CET or related field), or an additional 3 years of industry experience
Minimum of 3 years of industry experience (field or estimating)
P6 scheduling software experience is an asset
Hard Dollar Estimation software and SAP knowledge is an asset
Strong knowledge and understanding of construction health and safety requirements
Basic accounting principles knowledge is considered an asset
Valid full G class driver's license is required

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