Estimator - Leduc, Canada - Matrix Service Company

Matrix Service Company

Verified Company

Leduc, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Summary

The Estimator is responsible for developing project cost estimates for a limited number of trades that will require a knowledge of the work being performed and the ability to do quantity take-offs from the available documents and enter those into a standardized database.

The estimate will need to be organized to meet the companies and clients expected structure.

Essential Functions

Actively supports the Company's commitment to safety and its "Core Values."
Represents the Company at all times with high moral standards while adhering to the Company's "Code of Business Conduct and Ethics."
Maintains quality service by following the standard of ethics and integrity laid down in company policy and ensure that company information and information entrusted to us by our clients is kept with the appropriate level of confidentiality.
Prepare estimates by calculating takeoff elements of the work accurately and assign them to the appropriate items in the database.
Solicit subcontract and vendor pricing utilizing uniform corporate structure.
Prepares work to be accomplished by organizing and gathering information for the estimate in a manner required to meet the needs of the project.
Performs work on multiple projects concurrently with ability to prioritize.
Review pertinent documentation/conduct site visit as necessary for constructability assessments e.g. installation access, man lifts, scaffolding, cranes etc.
Perform other duties as required or assigned.

Qualifications

2+ years of appropriate field and/or office experience
Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field or equivalent combination of education/experience if no degree.
Attention to detail.
Have the ability to visualize the finished product from the drawings and other documents provided.
Familiarity with construction work and terminology.
Good basic mathematical comprehension.
Good oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
Be a selfmotivated enthusiastic team player willing to work with others and adopt new ideas and methods.
Good computer skills including an operating knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Familiarity with project scheduling software (MS Project or Primavera) and databases will be an advantage.
This position may require occasional travel and extended workdays.

Full-time employees are offered a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, disability benefits, life and AD&D insurance, an employee assistance program (EAP), a GRRSP plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), a robust wellness program and adoption assistance.

Some employees may also be eligible for paid time off, tuition reimbursement and a performance or safety bonus program.