Chief Estimator

at  Vancouver Pile Driving Ltd

Chief Estimator - North Vancouver
Vancouver Pile Driving Ltd., a Canadian construction firm, specializes in marine projects. Since 1913, our team has constructed significant marine facilities along the British Columbia coast. As a member of the Carlson Construction Group, we uphold Teamwork, Integrity, Accountability, and Professionalism. We seek skilled professionals to join our team and sustain our edge in marine and foundation construction. Discover more at www.vanpile.com.
Are you ready to propel your professional career to new heights? Vancouver Pile Driving Ltd. (Van Pile) is seeking a Chief Estimating Officer to join our dynamic and growing team. As one of the largest marine general contractors in Canada, we boast a rich history of constructing major marine facilities along the British Columbia coastline and inland waters since 1913.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating estimating teams to review plans and specifications, create bids, select vendors and subcontractors, and evaluate cost-effectiveness.
• Handling risk and contract management tasks as required.
• Assessing design options and endorsing the best solution based on cost, engineering integrity, and material availability.
• Supervising client addenda and guiding the estimating team on changes during the estimation phase.
• Comparing historical costs and outputs with current cost projections.
• Providing insights on the overall construction plan, including schedule, constructability, and logistics, and how they impact project expenses.
• Evaluating and providing feedback on changes in specifications, plans, construction methods, and materials.
• Ensuring all estimates comply with relevant codes, project specifications, blueprints, and standards.
• Reviewing final estimates.
• Managing awarded contracts as needed, which may involve estimating additional work items, change orders, and advising on significant scope changes.
• Holding post-project debriefings with estimating, engineering, and production teams to identify successes and gain insights.
• Tracking actual expenditures against estimated costs.
• Maintaining unwavering dedication to Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.

Qualifications

• Bring a minimum of 12 years of experience in heavy civil construction, with a proven track record of successfully bidding and securing large-scale projects.
• Previous experience in marine construction (e.g., piers, bridges, docks, berths, dredging) is highly desirable.
• Hold a B.Sc in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Proficient in software applications including Excel, HeavyBid, AutoCAD, and MS Project.

• Coordinating estimating teams to review plans and specifications, create bids, select vendors and subcontractors, and evaluate cost-effectiveness.
• Handling risk and contract management tasks as required.
• Assessing design options and endorsing the best solution based on cost, engineering integrity, and material availability.
• Supervising client addenda and guiding the estimating team on changes during the estimation phase.
• Comparing historical costs and outputs with current cost projections.
• Providing insights on the overall construction plan, including schedule, constructability, and logistics, and how they impact project expenses.
• Evaluating and providing feedback on changes in specifications, plans, construction methods, and materials.
• Ensuring all estimates comply with relevant codes, project specifications, blueprints, and standards.
• Reviewing final estimates.
• Managing awarded contracts as needed, which may involve estimating additional work items, change orders, and advising on significant scope changes.
• Holding post-project debriefings with estimating, engineering, and production teams to identify successes and gain insights.
• Tracking actual expenditures against estimated costs.
• Maintaining unwavering dedication to Health, Safety, and Environmental standards