Philson Ltd, a leading Heavy Civil Contractor located in the Fredericton Region is seeking the right candidate to join our team as an Project Manager/Estimator. General Description Philson Ltd has been in business since 1994 and is active in local civil markets such as site development, road building, underground utilities, and water/wastewater treatment. As an Project Manager/Estimator, you would primarily be responsible for estimating and managing costs on Heavy Civil construction projects that typically range from $500,000 to $30,000,000 in value. You would work in a collaborative, fast paced environment with Superintendents, other Project Managers, and Project Coordinators.
What We Offer
• Competitive Wages (Full time Salaried Position)
• Signing Bonus
• Company Vehicle
• Medical and Dental Benefits
• Industry leading RRSP Matching Program
• This position will have extensive opportunity for future professional growth within Philson Ltd. Summary of Tasks – Estimating
• Review tender opportunities for a variety of Clients in the public and private sectors.
• In collaboration with the estimating team, perform a “Go/No Go” analysis.
• Review tender documents and submit RFIs as required.
• Solicit relevant quotes from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Prepare an accurate and organized quantity take off.
• In collaboration with the estimating team, assemble a cost estimate.
• Participate in pre-tender bid reviews with the estimating team.
• Submit accurate and complete bid packages to Client prior to Closing time.
• Participate in post-tender reviews with estimating team.
• Work with Client throughout the Award process
• Prepare handover packages for Superintendents and participate in Pre-Construction internal meetings.
• Work with management to analyze market conditions, trends, and update Bid Analysis Database. Summary of Tasks – Project Management
• Prepare and submit required contract documentation in a timely manner.
• Ensure all relevant project documentation and information is uploaded to Project Management Software.
• Work with Superintendent to develop a comprehensive project schedule.
• Disperse Purchase Orders to successful vendors.
• Organize a Shop Drawing Log and collect and submit shop drawings to Client for review in a timely manner.
• Order materials and schedule subcontractors in collaboration with the Senior and/or Project Superintendents.
• Participate in pre-commencement and regular job meetings with Client.
• Develop profit improvement strategies with management team and superintendent.
• Track and manage project costs and prepare Monthly Cost to Complete Analysis.
• Price, manage and track Change Orders.
• Prepare monthly progress billings and submit to Client in a timely manner.
• Assist Superintendents/Foremen in troubleshooting on-site issues.
• Prepare and submit project close-out documentation. Required Qualifications
• Canadian Citizenship
• Ideal candidate would have a CET, P.
Tech, or P.
Eng designation.
• At least five years of experience in civil construction or engineering.
• Familiarity with local market conditions would be considered an asset.
• Proficiency or at least experience in on screen take off programs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word and Project.
• Experience with Trimble B2W Suite including Track and Estimate (or other comparable software) Please forward resumes to Tanner Phillips at
[email protected]. Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.
📌 Project Manager/Estimator (Fredericton)
🏢 Philson
📍 Fredericton