Estimator - Civil Construction - Abbotsford, Canada - MAREX Constructors Ltd.

MAREX Constructors Ltd.

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Abbotsford, Canada

3 days ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

MAREX Constructors Ltd. is an Abbotsford based civil construction firm that is looking to hire an
Estimator in the area of Civil Construction (roadworks, earthworks and underground utilities). MAREX Constructors Ltd. is a privately-owned civil construction firm that has been serving the Fraser Valley since 1976.

Job Summary:

You will be responsible for preparing, coordinating and managing estimates: focusing on underground utilities, public, and private civil projects in the Lower Mainland/Fraser Valley area.

Job Duties:

Ensure bidding accuracy through all phases of the bidding process
Attend site review meetings, effectively organize and communicate to ensure effective communication among all relevant stakeholders
Prepare (discipline estimates by calculating) complete quantity takeoff based on scope of work
Review proposal specifications, contract documents including general conditions, tender form, drawings, and required price breakdowns
Review schedules of projects being estimated
Review bonding & insurance requirements
Identify ambiguities and unique technical requirements of the bid
Develop a bid preparation schedule identifying the tasks, assignments and deadlines
Identify potential bid opportunities from both public & private sectors
Attend project pretender meetings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimates when necessary
Perform Risk and Contract Management responsibilities as required
Evaluate proposed construction methodologies to determine the best solutions based on cost, quality, and availability of materials
Review, prepare and submit Request For Quotation (RFQ)'s from vendors and subcontractors
Consult with clients, vendors and other stakeholders to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve potential issues
Review and analyze actual project costing and production information against estimates, and develop historical databases
Attend project preconstruction meetings
Prepare bids, select vendors and/or subcontractors and determine cost effectiveness of projects to be bid
Establish and review list of work to be performed by subcontractors
Follow awarded contracts as assigned may include estimating extra work items, change orders, credits
Advise on major changes in scope of work and monitor actual cost to estimated cost and ensure change orders are priced
Search, analyze and communicate to the team options for the most effective means and methods of construction

Job Requirements:

Expertise with cost estimating processes, and standards in all formats, including Lump Sum and Unit Rate contracts (competitive bidding process)
Ability to make decision in a timely manner, sometimes with incomplete data and under tight deadlines and pressure
Demonstrated knowledge of equipment types and different civil construction methods
Knowledge and experience in developing labour, equipment, and other construction cost rates
Strong coordination and organizational skills
Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills
Strong problem solving and analytical skills and the desire to seek solutions
Excellent knowledge of HCSS HeavyBid and Microsoft Office, specifically Outlook, Excel, Project and Word
Minimum of 3+ years' of civil construction experience

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Thank you for your interest in MAREX Constructors Ltd.

We believe in providing an inclusive workplace where all our employees have the opportunity to grow.

Pay:
$80,000.00-$120,000.00 per year

Benefits: