Estimator
Permanent Remote | Concord, Vaughan
Compensation Range
$90K - $110KCompensation will be determined based on the successful candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications, and may also be influenced by internal equity and market conditions.
Description
Key Functions and Duties:
- Review and analyze project specifications, drawings, soil reports, and other documentation to prepare accurate cost estimates for services across various environmental projects.
- Prepare detailed cost estimates for labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractors, ensuring all aspects of the estimate is covered.
- Participate in pre-bid meetings and site visits to gain a clear understanding of scope and client requirements.
- Utilize software to develop and manage estimates, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
- Collaborate closely with project managers, engineers, and other internal teams to understand project goals, constraints, and risks.
- Coordinate available bid packages and work with divisional leads to build a pipeline.
- Prepare and submit bid proposals, including detailed cost breakdowns and supporting documentation.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry standards, and market trends to ensure competitive pricing.
- Track and analyze the performance of completed projects to improve future estimating accuracy.
- Assist with contract negotiations and support project teams throughout the project lifecycle.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or high school diploma with relevant experience in the environmental space, related construction industry.
- Minimum 5+ years of experience in estimating within the environmental or related construction industry.
- Must be extremely organized and capable of working with multiple departments and teams.
- Strong knowledge of environmental services, including hydrovac techniques, utilities, and waste management.
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting municipal tenders, construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
- Experience with estimating software and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Excellent analytical and mathematical skills, with a strong attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with clients and internal teams.
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to sites as needed.
