Estimator, Construction, Building & Residential Construction

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The future you want is within reach.

Let’sbuild it together.

At PCL Constructors Canada Inc. , part of thePCLFamily of Companies(PCL), wedon’tjust build projects – we build opportunities,careers and communities.

We invest in our people and projects, and that shared commitment driveshow we work, grow and lead in the construction industry.

We’re a team of builders who care deeply about what we create and who we build with. That includes you. We are not only shaping the future of construction; we are also committed to shaping the future of your career.

As an  Estimator  for  PCL Constructors Canada Inc.  at our Toronto District office, located in Oakville, ON, you’ll have the opportunity to identify value-driven solutions, prepare detailed cost estimates, and support the pursuit and execution of projects that shape the communities where we live and work.

Why Choose PCL?
Build skills. Earn rewards. Grow your career. PCL’s total rewards are designed to support your development, wellbeing and future success because your contributions matter. Our offerings give you the opportunity to:

Earn competitive wages for your contributions

Access a comprehensive benefits program, including mental health and wellness support through Employee Assistance Programs

Join an award-winning employer focused on people, development and well-being

Access world-class training through PCL’s College of Construction

Advance your career through clear growth pathways

Explore opportunities across roles, sectors and regions

Here’s how an  Estimator for  PCL Constructors Canada Inc.  in our Toronto District contributes to our team:

Leads small to medium estimates or components of large estimates and reviews all associated bid documents.

Conducts detailed analysis of contract documents and specifications to determine and validate overall project requirements.

Ensures the completion of full quantity take-offs of all labor, equipment, and materials from project documents.

Supports the estimate lead by populating tender forms, generating requests for information, anticipating proposal requirements, and assisting to establish a pursuit schedule.

Recognizes risks related to project specific requirement, site, schedule and market conditions/constraints. Uses contract terms to identify risks and opportunities.

Assists with bid document control by documenting, organizing, and archiving all information relating to the estimate for successful transfer to the project team.

Performs bid-day assignments and supports other estimators to successfully close various scopes.

Develops and maintains strong relationships with all stakeholders including lead estimator, lead bid runner, subtrade partners and suppliers.

Solicits competitive pricing from subtrade partners and suppliers for pursuit support.

Establishes a critical path schedule for the estimate/pursuit.

Leads a small team including mentoring and coaching indirect reports.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or diploma in related discipline or trade experience or equivalent.

4 years of progressive experience in construction cost estimating, and 6 months of on-site experience is preferred.

Successfully led pursuits valued at up to $25 million in various delivery methods.

General construction knowledge; understands specifications, drawings, materials, and methods and procedures.

Intermediate knowledge of key principles involved in bid preparation; including quantity takeoff procedures and systems, subtrade partner procurement, pricing, interdepartmental functions, general expense philosophy and bid-closing procedures.

Understanding of compensation models, market conditions, business trends, internal historical information, and competitors.

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