Construction - Sr Estimator

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The Sr. Estimator, Construction is responsible for preparing estimates for ongoing development projects, including bid or budget preparation, design/build and hard-bid estimates.

• The Senior Estimator is responsible for the preparation of estimates for ongoing development projects that occur throughout the year including bid or budget preparation, design/build and hard-bid estimates.
• Assist in the creation/maintenance of an estimating system for the Low/Mid Rise Division that is complimentary to the existing estimating system at Great Gulf.
• Co‑ordinate invitations to subcontractors and suppliers to bid on projects.
• Work closely with Architects and other professionals.
• Complete estimate pricing and conduct price analyses.
• Complete budget and final cost estimates.
• Solicit and award major subtrades to coordinate work and implement tender packages and subcontract awards in accordance with Great Gulf’s standard policies.

• Estimate and cost new low‑rise plans and mid‑rise buildings.
• Prepare, enter, and continually maintain accurate quantity take‑offs estimates.
• Finalize take‑offs for base plan prototypes including site visit to confirm quantities.
• Set up database for future use by vendors and suppliers through Purchase Orders.
• Estimate and cost any optional floor plans or requests accurately and in a timely manner.
• Produce cost saving techniques, materials, and procedures to increase efficiency and productivity.
• Update, communicate and verify any direct cost changes, due to cost increases or quantity changes, to Vice President.
• Develop, learn, and implement software which applies to the job.
• Keep up to date on building code and municipal requirements.
• Compile Summary of Estimates for future historical data.
• Take‑off Bill of Quantities for all divisions.
• Assist management with project planning through development reports and recommendations.
• Pricing based on both historical data and market pricing.
• Allocate cost keys for labour, material, equipment and subtrades.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in a Construction environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work in a multi‑discipline team environment including vendors, consultants and clients.
• Experience with managing vendor relationships, estimation, analyzing information and reporting.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to consistently produce work of high‑quality and accuracy.
• Ability to work under time constraints and adapt to change in a fast‑paced environment.

• This position works mainly indoor.
• Computer work, sitting at a desk to compile reports, emails, phone calls and other tasks.

Great Gulf Group of Companies is committed to providing a fair and equitable work environment and encourages applications from qualified candidates, visible minorities, aboriginal peoples and persons with disabilities. As per the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), Great Gulf will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process.

If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise Human Resources. To be eligible to apply for this position you must be legally entitled to work in Canada. We are not accepting International applicants without a valid work permit. We thank all applicants for their interest. Only successful candidates will be contacted.

Please note that we do not currently use artificial intelligence in our hiring process.

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Management and Manufacturing
• Industries:
  Construction

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