Piping Estimator - Niagara, Canada - E.S. Fox Limited

E.S. Fox Limited

Verified Company

Niagara, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

ABOUT US:

Established in 1934 as a small plumbing and heating company, E.S. Fox Limited today is recognized as a pre-eminent Canadian multi-trade Industrial, Commercial, Institutional and Nuclear constructor and fabricator. E.S.

Fox Limited works in the industries of oil and gas, petrochemical, mining, pulp and paper, steel, automotive, pharmaceutical, casinos, hotels, hospitals, schools, and themed entertainment.

The company is headquartered in Niagara Falls, Ontario, and maintains full-service regional offices in Hamilton, Toronto, Port Robinson, Oshawa, Tiverton, Kingston, Sarnia, and Thunder Bay.

With a strong commitment to health, safety, and the protection of the environment, E.S. Fox Limited has earned a reputation as a people-first, environmentally conscious, socially responsible constructor.

The
Head Office in Niagara Falls, Ontario is looking for a hardworking, analytical and detail-oriented
Piping Estimator to join the team.

WHAT WE OFFER:

A rewarding career opportunity working within the thriving construction industry.

We provide comprehensive benefits, including:

An attractive health and dental benefits package including an Employee Assistance Program
Group RSP
Competitive compensation
Support of professional growth

SUMMARY OF ROLE:

Reporting to the Estimating Manager, the Piping Estimator will be responsible for pricing and pre-construction phases of piping projects, providing Construction support services as required to meet project needs, coordinating pricing with Subcontractors and other Project trades while also administering, negotiating, and analyzing the various stages of construction.

Applicants with specific or entry level experience, combined with the appropriate level of education will also be considered and training will be provided.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND/OR SERVICES PROVIDED:

Review Client bid packages to determine resources required to complete request for quotations.
Coordinate estimates between trades involved, ensuring tender scope is being fully accounted for in the most costefficient manner.
Review bid documents and determine which subcontractors need to be involved in the completion of the bid.
Prepare detailed bid packages/scopes of work for applicable trades and subcontractors for their use in preparing supporting quotations.
Assemble pricing while evaluating proposals from multiple sources.
Assess cost of rentals, tools, equipment, nonproductive labour and determine average labour rate
Participate in tender proposal requirements, including
Review of terms and conditions
Bonding and insurance requirements
Tender breakdown requirements
Organization charts and resumes
Company experience
Craft rates and markups for additional work
Preliminary schedules
Execution plans
Upon completion of an estimate, prior to submitting to the customer, review with the Estimating Manager providing input into the following items as a minimum:
labour efficiencies and productivity related issues

- indirect labour requirements
- construction equipment requirements
- overhead and profit levels

Prepare material takeoff
Participate in post tender activities, such as

- coordination of sales effort and follow up
- tender review meeting
- tender negotiations
- project initiation activities
- project support for awarded contracts

Attend kick off meetings as required
Maintain up to date knowledge and awareness of current market conditions affecting the cost of construction
Maintain knowledge of applicable ASME codes, contract laws and obligations, material specifications, scheduling and regional variations affecting the supply of labour, materials and modern construction methods
Ensures responsibilities and accountabilities are carried out in a safe manner in accordance with E.S. Fox Limited Environmental Health and Safety Management Program and OHSA requirements.
Ensures that environmental aspects within their sphere of responsibility are adhered to pursuant to ISO 14001 requirements.
Understanding for TSSA requirements and regulations for projects and related costs

KNOWLEDGE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

Completion of a College Diploma in a Technical Discipline or Equivalent Construction Industry Piping Trade Experience
Knowledge of Piping systems & Estimating in Industrial, Commercial, Institutional Industries
Knowledge of multitrade disciplines

SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE OR SKILLS:

Experience utilizing computer software to complete estimates
Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel), Microsoft Project and 3D viewing software
Excellent organizational skills

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

Excellent interpersonal relations
Team player
Works well under time constraints

E.S. Fox Limited is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace. We will accommodate applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process. Ple