Senior Estimator

Job ID: 19075

Benefits Offering

Salary Range: $125,000 - $160,000

Health & Dental Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Employer RRSP match

Competitive Time Off Policy

Position Summary

The Senior Estimator Prepares cost estimates for projects in the planning, design, and construction phases. Produces bid proposals and prepares buy-outs.

Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties

Prepares take-offs, estimates, and budgets

Prepares buy-outs

Attends pre-bid job walks

Solicits and analyzes subcontractor/vendor pricing information

Reviews project plans and specifications

Reviews and incorporates historical data from prior estimates, purchase agreements and subcontracts to gain information for current bids

Reviews contract documents and attends pre-bid meetings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimates

Reviews quotes, estimates, and bids with the Chief Estimator

Coordinates with estimators in preparation for bid day

Ensures that bid documentation is logged and filed after bid day

Assists in the purchasing process

Assists with training, supervision, and development of other estimating staff.

Required Skills and Qualifications

· A minimum of 7 years of construction estimating experience

· Knowledge of estimating strategies and techniques

· Proficiency in planning, scheduling, staffing, budgeting, and job costing

· Understanding of RFP and contract requirements

· Understanding of all construction divisions and general construction knowledge

· Ability to effectively supervise estimating staff

· Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

· Strong verbal and written communication skills and presentation skills

· Experience using estimating software and proficiency with Microsoft Office suite

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Works indoors, with some onsite/outdoor work

Frequently sits, stands, walks, reads, writes, and uses a computer keyboard

May be exposed to harsh weather conditions including very hot and very cold weather.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with PNR RailWorks without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other characteristics protected by law.

PNR RailWorks is committed to fostering an equitable, accessible, and inclusive workplace. As such, PNR RailWorks will ensure reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities throughout the hiring process, including the interview. If selected for an interview, requests for accommodation can be confidentially made to a member of the recruitment team who will arrange in advance for reasonable and appropriate accommodation for fair and equitable assessment throughout the process.