ABL Employment


Senior Estimator - General Contracting

Reference id:2446694
Posted on: 5/3/2024
  Location: Mississauga, ON

Job Description

Our client is hiring a Senior Estimator in Mississauga! This is a direct hire position - let us connect you with a great career opportunity! Looking for the individuals who will be taking their own careers to the next level while being a part of the company's success!

About our client:
- A leading General Contracting firm providing construction project management to retail, commercial and office clients, Construction & renovation of retail and office space.
- Focuses and has developed a strong market in the ICI projects around the Greater GTA
- Their core values are clearly stated and evident in all of their work and relationships.

Salary information:
- $125K-$150K base, depending on experience
- Excellent base compensation, employee bonus plan and benefits.
- Respectful and value driven culture.

Qualifications:
- 5-7+ years experience leading an estimating team focused on ICI projects valued at $1M and above, with a proven track record of award.
- Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex plans and specifications putting together accurate estimates.
- Ability to multi-task with attention to detail and accuracy while working on multiple estimating projects simultaneously.
- Proficiency with qualifying subcontractor quotes and negotiating pricing.
- Knowledge of standard construction industry practices, processes and materials.
- Experience managing direct report(s).
- Knowledge and proficiency in PlanSwift and Microsoft Office.
- Ability to travel to job sites within the Greater Toronto Area as required to complete estimates.

Responsibilities:
- Ensure that the estimating process runs smoothly and efficiently, and client expectations are exceeded throughout the duration of the project.
- Accountable to review all details to ensure all quotes submitted are complete, accurate, and on-time capturing all project scope and trades outlined in provided bid materials.
- Review project specifications, including but not limited to RFP, drawings, insurance and bonding requirements, addendums and specifications to fully understand project scope, trades and timelines.
- Attend bid site walks to gain a full understanding of project scope and deliverables. Collect on-site data for estimates and take offs to ensure clear, detailed information comes back to the office for finalized estimates.
- Ensure that drawings and project specifications are sent to subtrades in a timely manner to ensure subs have sufficient time to provide a complete and accurate proposal to the client.
- Manage and mentor Junior Estimator, and any future members of the estimating team.


Apply now to begin discussing your career goals with ABL Direct. Your application will generate a profile in our system and you will receive a reach out from our virtual recruiter to better understand your career goals. If you have the relevant experience that we need for the job, you will be contacted to discuss your application further.

Alternatively, you can send your resume to direct@ablcareers.com and reference job ID #21080.


Skills often associated with this position: Senior Estimator; Project Manager; ICI projects; Senior Project Manager, Construction Management

Accommodations are available upon request for all individuals with disabilities taking part in the recruitment and selection process.