Chief Estimator
Chief Estimator – Major Infrastructure – Mississauga, Ontario
This highly sort after employer is 100 percent employee owned and they put their values at the centre of everything they do.
Continuous improvement is core to their success. Championing innovative and collaborative ways to build is just one example of that. Collaborative construction leads to more efficiency, cost savings, social value, and a much better working experience for everyone.
Every day, their teams are working to build places for people to live, work, learn, serve, and play. But above all, they're building community. And, they're looking for like-minded people to join them.
Together, you can build a better world!!
Job Description
The Chief Estimator provides management, support and assistance to the estimating team. This individual is responsible for the overall performance, leadership, mentorship and effectiveness of the estimating team.
Effectively develop bids that comply with client needs, while providing an acceptable rate of return
Review project estimates to establish accuracy and completeness prior to the client presentation
Provide technical support to all estimators and prepare estimates as required
Lead the selection of subcontractors and major material vendors for projects
Participate in pre-bid, bid strategy and presentation meetings to certify consistency
Assist in the preparation of preliminary project schedules and bid proposals
Qualifications
Engineering degree or technical diploma in engineering technology.
Trade apprenticeship or certificate an asset.
Ten or more years of experience in construction estimating; commercial or industrial construction is preferred.
Ten or more years of experience with larger complex project estimates.
Additional Information
They recognize that differences are their greatest strengths. Uncovering and nurturing talent, and then giving people the tools they need to use their talent to create a positive impact.
100% employee owned. Every person who works for the company can become an owner. There is only one class of units, because they believe everyone should be treated equal. They talk about being an entrepreneurial-minded organization and you can be sure they mean it!
Competitive salaries
Well rounded employer paid benefits program including health, dental, vision care and employee assistance program
Educational assistance for employees who wish to pursue job-performance enhancing education
Recognition and annual salary reviews program
Leadership conferences that allow employees to connect and collaborate
Regular company-wide engagement opportunities
Legal Information:
We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work.
For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application