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Position Title: Senior Estimator
Come Build Your Career at Aecon!
As a North American leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.
At Aecon, you can count on:
- Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.
- Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
- Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
- Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.
We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us!
At Aecon we:
- Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
- Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
- Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Accessibility training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
- Are a leader in sustainable construction. With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.
- Responsible for accuracy of bid cost to actual cost of work performed.
- Analyzes documents, drawings, specifications, proposals, and addendums in preparation for pricing.
- Performs any estimate related to oral and/or written communications with clients/partners.
- Preparation of Construction plans for the various projects for internal and client submissions.
- Reviewing project site prior to price preparation.
- Performs quantity take-off from construction drawings where applicable.
- Obtains pricing from suppliers and Subcontractors, compiling information into estimate.
- Formulates all costs for tender submission – labor, equipment, material, rentals, and subcontracts.
- Oversee the distribution of appropriate documentation appropriately upon award of project.
- Performs Post Bid / Post Project Analysis completion and that associated learning and communication takes place.
- Assists with RFP’s and General Contract tender submissions.
- Assists with Prequalification submissions, RFQ’s and RFI’s as required.
- Incorporates / complies with Aecon’s risk management policies and procedures.
- Protects all forms of proprietary information.
- Maintains Estimating data systems to ensure they are kept up to date.
What You Bring to the Team:
- Minimum 10 years of experience in civil construction, including experience leading complex civil infrastructure projects or bids, as an Estimator or Project Manager.
- University Degree, College Diploma or Trades Background– or equivalent experience.
- The ability to read and understand construction drawings and documents is essential.
- Good knowledge of job cost fundamentals for typical items and scopes where design and/or schematics have been provided.
- Demonstrated computer software proficiency- MS Excel/Word.
- Experience with estimating software is considered an asset.
- Proven organizational skills.
- Ability to manage time and formulate plans to meet multiple deadlines within a high-pressure work environment.
- Ability to work effectively within a team environment.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel as required.
- Adaptable to flexible work schedule when required to meet deadlines.
- Health Insurance Benefits (comprehensive Plan- Dental/Medical/Vision)
- 401K (comprehensive match plan)
- Vacation - Paid Time Off
- Health and Wellness Home Benefit (wellness subsidy for fitness/health)
- Tuition Reimbursement (strong career growth support for approved degrees, diplomas and courses)
- This role is eligible to participate in Aecon’s discretionary Short Term Incentive Plan (STIP)
- Green Home Energy Benefit (a subsidy that can be used for approved green home energy expenses)
Salary : $120,000 - $160,000