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    Foundations Estimator - Calgary, Canada - Aecon

    Aecon
    Aecon Calgary, Canada

    1 week ago

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    Description

    Come Build Your Career at Aecon

    As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is and building what matters for future generations to thrive We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

    At Aecon, you can count on:

  • Safety First. Our number one core value. If we can't do it safely, we don't do it at all.
  • Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
  • Accountability. We're passionate about delivering on our commitments.
  • Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

    • We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us

    At Aecon we:

  • Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
  • Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
  • Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs , and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
  • Are a leader in sustainable construction . With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

    • Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. We're always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community

    Safe. Trusted. Respected. Aecon Civil is a market leader with a self-perform competitive advantage and core local strength in key markets. We're proud of our work helping to expand and improve Canada's infrastructure and transportation networks, and we're ready to build the future of our country. With over a century of experience, and the ability to offer diverse, comprehensive services, Aecon is a preferred contractor for our clients. This includes numerous public entities and Public-Private Partnerships in Canada and abroad.

    Reporting to the Estimating Manager, the Foundations Estimator will be responsible for developing a strategy and bidding approach for our foundation and piling projects. The Estimator is required to have a comprehensive understanding of civil construction and is responsible for taking ownership and delivering estimates of one or more bid tenders at a time. This position will sit out of Calgary , Toronto , or Edmonton .

    Key Responsibilities

  • Responsible for accuracy of bid cost to actual cost of work performed.
  • Analyzes documents, drawings, specifications, proposals, addendums in preparation for pricing.
  • Performs any estimate related oral and/or written communications with clients.
  • Reviewing project site prior to price preparation.
  • Obtains input from Operations staff as appropriate.
  • Performs quantity take-off from construction drawings where applicable.
  • Obtains pricing from suppliers and Subcontractors and incorporate into estimate.
  • Formulates all costs for tender submission – labour, equipment, material, rentals and subcontracts.
  • Accountable for accuracy and completeness of tender submissions.
  • Oversees the distribution of appropriate documentation appropriately upon award of project.
  • Provide technical support to field staff.
  • Collaborates with Operations to drive project success and learning.
  • Drives Estimating process / procedure compliance and consistency.
  • Performs Post Bid / Post Project Analysis completion and that associated learning and communication takes place.
  • Assists with RFP's and General Contract tender submissions.
  • Assists with Prequalification submissions, RFQ's and RFI's as required.
  • Incorporates / complies with Aecon's risk management policies and procedures.
  • Protects all forms of proprietary information.
  • Maintains Estimating data systems to ensure they are kept up to date.

    • Required Knowledge and Skills

  • Minimum of 3-7 years of experience within the construction industry.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, both written and oral.
  • University Degree, College Diploma or Trades Background– or equivalent experience.
  • Ability to read and understand construction drawings and documents.
  • Estimating experience on foundation, piling or heavy civil projects is an asset.
  • Good knowledge of job cost fundamentals for typical items and scopes where design and/or schematics have been provided.
  • Ability to interpret specifications as they pertain to all project scope, including risk.
  • Consistently performs investigations of each tender, is able to interpret field constraints and incorporates findings into bids to ensure constructability.
  • Demonstrated computer software proficiency- MS Excel/Word
  • Experience with estimating software is considered an asset - Hard Dollar
  • Proven organizational skills.
  • Ability to time manage and formulate plans to meet multiple deadlines within a high-pressure work environment.
  • Ability to work effectively within a team environment.
  • Valid driver's license and ability to travel as required.
  • Adaptable to flexible work schedule when required to meet deadlines.
  • Ability to work accurately, effectively under pressure.
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