Estimator - Langley, Canada - Syber Concrete Forming Ltd.

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COMPANY PROFILE
Syber Concrete Forming Ltd.

was established in 2004, specializing in the construction and erection of concrete formwork, focusing on high-profile commercial and institutional projects as well as high-rise residential dwellings.


Syber has built a reputation in the industry as an innovative company dedicated to superior craftsmanship with a commitment to time management and financial sustainability.

This, along with the coupling of an outstanding management team and experienced construction crews, allows Syber to ensure that all projects are handled with the highest standard of professionalism while continually striving for excellence in customer satisfaction.


The company's mission is to be the industry leader in Innovative Formwork Solutions for a greener environment by focusing on quality, versatility, attention to detail and incorporating the latest technological innovations within the concrete industry.

Syber Concrete Forming Ltd. always strives to achieve optimal productivity in conjunction with meeting client requirements.

As an ever-growing company, we offer our employees opportunities for advancement. We offer a competitive salary and a full benefits package that covers you and your dependents.

We are "forming" the future and it starts with you


Job Profile


Under the leadership and direction of the Chief Estimator, the Estimator works to analyze construction documents, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare timely and accurate full-cost estimates for projects, including materials, equipment and labour.


Duties and Responsibilities

Tenders

  • Support on tendering procedures, examine and analyze tenders
  • Prepare and coordinate all submissions documents such as execution plans, schedules, qualifications, charge out rates, etc. and ensure proper and timely submission of tenders
  • Prepare estimates of probable costs of materials, labour, based on tender drawings, specifications of the projects
  • Interpret drawings and specifications to understand the contract documents for each tender
  • Prepare schedules of the project as required using MS Project
  • Prepare cost schedule as required

Scope of work/Change Orders

  • Review IFC (Issued for Construction) drawings against IFT (Issued for Tender) bid documents and prepare estimates for changes
  • Track Request for Information (RFI), Contemplated Change Order (CCN), Site Instructions (SI), Structural Site Instructions (SSI), Architectural Site Instructions (ASI), etc. and prepare submittal of change order
  • Monitor all submitted change orders and determine if it has been approved or not.
  • Collaborate with the site coordinator of any possible Extra Work Order (EWO) and prepare for submission
  • Review the scope of work in the tender stage, contract stage and construction stage

Project Management

  • Work with the project management team throughout the preconstruction process in reviewing plans and specifications for construction issues and determining general requirements on the project
  • Assist the project management team in planning procedures for construction on the basis of start and completion times and staffing requirements
  • Attend site visits or preconstruction meetings to gather information and specifics and to evaluate and understand work scope in preparation to bid
  • Prepare and maintain a list/directory of suppliers, contractors and subcontractor contacts, proposals and pricing
  • Maintain files of working documents as backup for estimate figures, including current information on prices from suppliers

Education, Experience and Skills

Education

  • Diploma in construction estimating or construction engineering technology
  • Graduate in Engineering School or Technical school (optional)

Experience

  • Minimum of 35 years of experience in an estimating role within construction industry (industrial, institutional and/or commercial projects)
  • Should have at least 2+ years of field experience. (Concrete Forming preferred)

Skills and requirements

  • Knowledge of concrete forming or construction industry preferred
  • Extensive understanding of construction methods and materials in the industry
  • Mathematical and analytical skills to do material and labour estimates
  • Advanced computer skills including proficiency in MS Project, estimating software such as Planswift, On screen take off, and other estimating software, AutoCAD, Bluebeam use an asset.
  • Proficient in the preparation of firm tenders/design build projects
  • Ability to read and interpret architectural and structural drawings is preferred
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities, work well under pressure and meet critical deadlines
  • Excellent communication skills and fully fluent in English with the ability to effectively convey ideas both orally and written along with effective presentation skills
  • Strategic thinker and attention to detail
  • High degree of resourcefulness, flexibility and adaptabil

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