Senior Estimator, General Contractor, Commercial Construction, Delta / Richmond, BC$135,000 - $160,000Senior Estimator Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare Preliminary Budget Assessment complete with project statistics, scope preparation and summaryReview schematic drawings analysis and provide key notesConduct site and neighborhood analysisAttend site visits and meetings, as directedManage all Class D to Class A estimating activities during pre‑constructionWork closely with the Manager and PM team to produce well prepared cost plans (estimates, scopes, VE, schedule, risk analysis, variance reports)Coordinate and participate in constructability review sessions with the Manager PM and Site Super and take minutesAt tendering stage, be responsible for tender packages, trade reconciliation sheets, work closely with the Manager and the PM to identify specific scopesPrepare bid packages for construction management projectsCoordinate and lead trade scope clarification meetingsPrepare pre‑tender and post‑tender estimates with variance reportCoordinate and lead handover meetingsProvide smooth transfer of project estimates to project teamPrepare procurement schedule, tendering, buy‑outs, contract negotiations, set up costing system and control estimate for future historical dataFollow up with project through completionAssist Manager with labor cost report and productivitiesMake periodical site visits and walk‑aroundsAssist Manager to identify difficult and unique design details, formwork systems (how it was estimated, how it was built) and construction equipmentHard BidsObtain tender docs, internal review, prepare for go/no‑go meetings,



estimate binderParticipate in estimating planning meetingsSet up weekly estimate review meetings and complete HB checklistArrange meetings with key subcontractors, as neededPrepare all recap sheets preparation and assignmentsProvide key notes to the Manager or lead estimatorComplete review of issued for tender specifications and drawingsAttend and participate in pre‑bid/site assessment meetingsPerform and manage all labor, material and equipment take‑offs and associated pricingCommunicate with all required subtrades for each tender to ensure understanding and completeness of scopeEnsure all required information is completed and assembled prior to the tender deadlineCoordinate preparation of full estimates, identifying inherent risks and opportunitiesOversee the tendering and award of subcontractsAssemble complete accounting packages prior to job start‑up to manage the financial control of the projectFor successful bids, assist with the transition of projects from estimating to project managementPromote and monitor occupational health and safety culture within the organizationSenior Estimator Education & Experience5+ years of experience in construction estimatingExperience with hard tender closing,



different procurement models and CMExperience in industrial, commercial, institutional construction, strongly preferredGold Seal Certification in Estimating or working towards, an assetBachelor of Engineering, BCIT, SAIT Certificate in Engineering, Architectural Technologies, or equivalent, an assetProfessional Quantity Surveyor (PQS) accreditation, or working towards, an assetSenior Estimator Required Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesDemonstrated ability to gather and organize information from several sources and compose Sound knowledge of construction and building techniques and ability to read and interpret contract drawings and specificationsDemonstrated competence in the areas of safety, people management, project execution, cost control, quality and administrationEffective attention to detail and a high degree of accuracyAbility to balance task detail with project prioritiesHigh level of integrity, confidentiality, and accountabilityStrong work ethic and positive team attitudeSound analytical thinking, planning, prioritization, and execution skillsProactive problem‑solver and productive communicator that can manage difficult situations with positive resultsProficient with MS Office Suite (advanced Excel and Microsoft Project) and Adobe AcrobatExperience with Timberline Estimating, Bluebeam Revu, On‑Screen Takeoff and Procore is an assetSenior Estimator SalaryCommensurate with experience, full benefits package and lots of other perks!Only applicants with the legal right to work in Canada can be considered for this opportunity.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Senior Estimator - C$135,000 - C$160,000 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 General Contractor
📍 Winnipeg