Senior Estimator

Build the Future with us!

We build Relationships. We build Communities. We build the Future.  At Lindsay Construction, we have been growing the communities of Atlantic Canada for over 60 years and we want you to join us! Be part of something great and feel the impact you make on the community you live in.

Reporting to the Vice President, Estimating, the Senior Estimator will prepare and coordinate full cost estimates during a conceptual, design-build, or general tender notice for a variety of projects, as well as mentor junior estimators and support staff on an ongoing basis.

Position Benefits

Here’s why we think you’ll love working at Lindsay:

• Flexible working hours throughout the year (early “Lindsay Fridays”)
• Competitive salary
• Annual Incentive Plan
• Employee Health Benefits
• Group RRSP with 4% matching
• On-site gym facilities and a personal health and wellness reimbursement
• Frequent social and community-based events
• Opportunities to collaborate closely with senior personnel and other departments

Position Responsibilities
Here’s what your day-to-day looks like:

• Lead estimates from start to finish, including mentoring junior staff and ensuring their work is accurate.
• Have full ownership of the bid process, from invitation to submission.
• Interpret documentation, specifications, and design drawings to define scope and contents of the estimates
• Review and analyze bid packages from subcontractors
• Assist with negotiations, contract clarifications, consultants, clients, venders, and subcontractors
• Maintain large working files as supporting documentation for estimating figures including current, accurate information on prices from venders through exclusive contact, marketing material, pre-existing price lists, etc.
• Ensure knowledge in the field remains current through participation in appropriate training and development activities
• Prepare conceptual budgets based on minimal information
• Analyze alternate means and methods to determine the most economical alternative
• Participate in the transfer of information on successful projects
  

Job Requirements

Our ideal candidate has the following:

• Broad knowledge in all aspects of quantity surveyor (e.g., RS Means, contracts, etc.).
• 8-10 years of experience in construction estimating.
• Able to manage the full bid process from invitation to submission.
• Ability to mentor and guide junior estimators.
• Excellent knowledge of the construction industry (e.g., trends, competitors, subcontractors).
• Proven demonstration of leading larger estimates on complex projects.
• Knowledge of a variety of contract arrangements such as Lump Sum, Design Build, Project Management, Construction Management, Public/Private Partnership.
• Proficiency using MS Office (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel, Access).
• High attention to detail.
• Proven ability to work under pressure.
• Proven ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines for normal functions and special assignments.
• Service orientated with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to build positive working relationships with internal and external clients.
• Professional designation GSC, CEC, PQS, P.Eng. is considered an asset.
  

How to Apply:

Please use the link provided to apply.  We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.