Senior Estimator - Water Infrastructure

Graham

  • Calgary, AB
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
Graham is an employee-owned construction solutions partner that services the buildings, industrial, infrastructure, water and project finance sectors. We deliver lasting value for our clients through meticulous planning and scheduling, while upholding rigorous safety and quality standards. With offices throughout North America, our passionate and knowledgeable teams deliver projects that enable communities to thrive and people to live, work, move and grow in a rapidly changing world. With over nine decades of experience, Graham has the resources, capacity and expertise to undertake projects of every scope, scale and complexity. Join our team to deliver a better tomorrow.We are seeking top-tier talent to join our Infrastructure division and build innovative projects in the transit and transportation sectors, such as roads, highways/freeways, bridges, interchanges, LRTs, BRTs, and airports. As a member of this collaborative team, you can expect a safe, diverse and inclusive environment, and on-going learning and career development opportunities.About the RoleThe Senior Estimator reports to the Estimate Manager, the Senior Estimator is responsible for all aspects of the estimate and is assigned to the more complex and detailed tenders.As a Senior Estimator at Graham you will:
  • Reviews proposal specifications, drawings, attends pre-bid meetings etc. to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate
  • Provides complete conceptual (or bidwork) and final estimating input on complex projects
  • Provides technical support to personnel preparing discipline estimates for assigned bids
  • Insures all working documents and data are maintained to bask-up estimate figures
  • Tracks awarded contracts as required (estimating/pricing extra work items, change orders, credit, procuring materials, etc.)
  • Supervises and coordinates estimate support staff on larger projects
  • Assists with organizing, coordinating, and training of estimating personnel
  • Advises Estimate Manager as to cost and schedule fluctuations, improved material, or other factors affecting construction
  • Explores Value Engineering for all applicable projects or situations
  • Reviews market labour and equipment rates and advises accordingly
  • Completes post-bid analyses on jobs bid, but not received. Tracks bidding success and percentages, and analyses fiscal period bid performance
  • Evaluates fee analysis and adjusts by market conditions, past experience
  • May assist Estimate Manager in the coordination of overall corporate estimating functions, including systems development and staff training
Qualifications/Experience:
  • Engineering degree, certificate or equivalent combination of technical training and experience
  • 10-15 years of experience estimating within the construction industry
  • Must have experience working for a large General Contractor
  • Ability to estimate Water/Wastewater types of projects and contracts is a must
  • Strong concrete experience in Water/Wastewater
  • InEight and Hard Dollar experience would be beneficial
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Prior supervision experience is required
If this sounds like you, then Graham may be the right fit. Apply today.Graham is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Graham does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by country, regional or local law.No unsolicited resumes or phone inquiries from agencies, thank you.As Graham's trusted recruitment partner, Jardeg aids in the hiring of skilled professionals who play a crucial role in the success of Graham's Buildings, Industrial, Infrastructure, Water, Development, Maintenance and Turnaround projects across Canada.

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