Estimator
at Vancouver Pile Driving Ltd
North Vancouver, BC, Canada -
Start Date | Expiry Date | Salary | Posted On | Experience | Skills | Telecommute | Sponsor Visa |
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Immediate | 25 Dec, 2024 | USD 75000 Annual | 26 Sep, 2024 | 5 year(s) or above | Eligibility,Cost Control,Autocad,Communication Skills,Bluebeam,Design Drawings,Specifications | No | No |
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Description:
Estimator (Land Projects) – North Vancouver
VP Foundations is a new construction company under the Carlson Construction Group. Our specialties include Foundations, Ground Improvement, and Shoring. We bring a legacy of quality and innovation to every project, aiming to deliver exceptional results for both new and existing clients. Our expertise includes Large-Diameter Piles, DTH drilled piles, Screw Piles, Ground Improvement techniques such as Stone Columns, Vibro Concrete Columns (VCC), Timber Compaction Piling, and Shoring services like Sheet Piles, Cofferdams, Combi-Walls, and H-Pile Lagging Systems.
Are you a skilled and experienced Land Pile Estimator with experience in heavy civil construction projects with Geotechnical experience? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where your expertise contributes to successful project execution? If so, we invite you to be part of our team.
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:
- University degree in Engineering or diploma in Civil Technology
- Eligibility for registration as an AScT or EIT/P.Eng. in the province of BC
- 5 years of heavy construction project experience with geotechnical engineering experience
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting design drawings and specifications
- Knowledge of estimating, cost control, planning, and project management techniques
- Familiarity with software tools such as AutoCAD, Bluebeam, HeavyBid, and MS Office
- Strong English communication skills (both verbal and written)
- High personal, professional, and ethical standards
- Collaborative, proactive, and results-oriented approach
Responsibilities:
- Assist in Tendering Process: Play a vital role in all aspects of the tendering process, ensuring accurate and competitive estimates.
- Read and Understand Design Drawings: Familiarize yourself with project requirements by interpreting design drawings and specifications.
- Prepare Detailed Estimates: Create firm, budget, and unit price estimates for labor, materials, equipment, permits, and more.
- Collaborate with Stakeholders: Liaise with client representatives, government officials, design engineers, vendors, and subcontractors.
- Analyze and Compare Quotations: Evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations to make informed decisions.
- Create Project Schedules: Develop preliminary project schedules to guide successful project execution.
- Work with Field Staff: Collaborate with field staff to determine equipment productivity and construction methodologies.
- Utilize Estimating Software: Leverage HeavyBid estimating software to build accurate estimates.
- Safety and Environment Commitment: Prioritize health, safety, and environmental considerations within each estimate.
- Participate in Reviews: Engage in estimate reviews with senior management.
- Tender Submissions and Post-Tender Inquiries: Develop tender submissions and respond to inquiries after tendering.
- Project Handover Meetings: Advise field staff on construction procedures and methods during project handover meetings.
- Mentorship Opportunity: Contribute to the training and development of junior estimators.
- Other Assigned Duties: Collaborate with the Lead Estimator on additional tasks.
REQUIREMENT SUMMARY
Min:5.0Max:10.0 year(s)
Construction
Site Engineering / Project Management
Construction
Diploma
Engineering, Technology
Proficient
1
North Vancouver, BC, Canada