ESTIMATOR
About the role
Reports to the Vice President of Construction, and as directed by the CWC Executive Management Team. Works closely with Estimators, Superintendents, Project Managers, Equipment Manager, and others as part of a collaborative team-based culture to prepare estimates and proposals. Reviews tender documents, specifications, drawings, and attends pre-bid meetings to determine scope of work and effort for estimating. Provides productivity analyses for various scopes of work for estimate preparation. Organizes estimating teams to prepare bids, select vendors and/or subcontractors and determine cost effectiveness of projects to be bid. Consults with clients, vendors, or other individuals to discuss and formulate estimates. Leads prequalification and proposal based tendering opportunities. Leads pre-construction handover meetings to review project scope with project delivery team. Prepares take-offs and calculates material quantities as required. Follows awarded contracts as assigned to assist with extra work items, change orders, or re-pricing due to design changes. Maintains files of working documents as back-up for estimate figures, including current/accurate information on prices from suppliers and subcontractors. Evaluates trade quotes and proposals, and prepares quote comparison sheets to determine best value. Participates in estimate close-out and submissions. Completes post-bid analyses as required on jobs bid. Other duties as assigned by the Vice President of Construction. A minimum of 10 years’ experience in civil construction of various infrastructure projects such as earthworks, roadbuilding, excavation & shoring, and underground utilities. Must possess excellent communication and problem-solving skills, both verbal and written with superior interpersonal, relationship and organizational management skills. Must be approachable and capable of working efficiently with an open-door policy. Possess a demonstrated ability to lead and direct projects, analyze issues, and bring innovative solutions to achieving work plan objectives. Must be people oriented with an ability to establish a high degree of credibility with staff and clients. Proficient with software such as HCSS Suite, B2W, Bluebeam, Agtek, Spectrum, Microsoft Project, Adobe, and all Microsoft Office programs. Knowledge and understanding of unionized labor environment an asset. Valid Driver’s License Required. Post secondary education with a degree in construction management, civil or structural engineering preferred. Ethical Conduct Emotional intelligence Communication proficiency Personal effectiveness and credibility Business and financial acumen Thoroughness and detail focus Time management
Compensation from $100,000 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience.
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250 - 1311 Kootenay Street
Vancouver, BC
V5K 4Y3
About Conwest Contracting Ltd
In 1985, after years of working in residential utilities contracting for their father, the Marinelli siblings founded Conwest Contracting to build further on their family tradition of working hard and forging strong business relationships. Over the years, John and Tony Marinelli, along with Ben Taddei, have expanded Conwest significantly and today it is one of the leading specialists in civil contracting in British Columbia, and still continues to grow.
Together with over 90 employees, Conwest offers unique insight and attention to detail in our services, whether working on a straightforward site preparation or complicated specialty projects. Conwest has the experience, specialized machinery, knowledge base and entrepreneurial attitude that allows us to deliver on a variety of projects, including large, complex jobs.
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ESTIMATOR
About the role
Reports to the Vice President of Construction, and as directed by the CWC Executive Management Team. Works closely with Estimators, Superintendents, Project Managers, Equipment Manager, and others as part of a collaborative team-based culture to prepare estimates and proposals. Reviews tender documents, specifications, drawings, and attends pre-bid meetings to determine scope of work and effort for estimating. Provides productivity analyses for various scopes of work for estimate preparation. Organizes estimating teams to prepare bids, select vendors and/or subcontractors and determine cost effectiveness of projects to be bid. Consults with clients, vendors, or other individuals to discuss and formulate estimates. Leads prequalification and proposal based tendering opportunities. Leads pre-construction handover meetings to review project scope with project delivery team. Prepares take-offs and calculates material quantities as required. Follows awarded contracts as assigned to assist with extra work items, change orders, or re-pricing due to design changes. Maintains files of working documents as back-up for estimate figures, including current/accurate information on prices from suppliers and subcontractors. Evaluates trade quotes and proposals, and prepares quote comparison sheets to determine best value. Participates in estimate close-out and submissions. Completes post-bid analyses as required on jobs bid. Other duties as assigned by the Vice President of Construction. A minimum of 10 years’ experience in civil construction of various infrastructure projects such as earthworks, roadbuilding, excavation & shoring, and underground utilities. Must possess excellent communication and problem-solving skills, both verbal and written with superior interpersonal, relationship and organizational management skills. Must be approachable and capable of working efficiently with an open-door policy. Possess a demonstrated ability to lead and direct projects, analyze issues, and bring innovative solutions to achieving work plan objectives. Must be people oriented with an ability to establish a high degree of credibility with staff and clients. Proficient with software such as HCSS Suite, B2W, Bluebeam, Agtek, Spectrum, Microsoft Project, Adobe, and all Microsoft Office programs. Knowledge and understanding of unionized labor environment an asset. Valid Driver’s License Required. Post secondary education with a degree in construction management, civil or structural engineering preferred. Ethical Conduct Emotional intelligence Communication proficiency Personal effectiveness and credibility Business and financial acumen Thoroughness and detail focus Time management
Compensation from $100,000 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience.
By clicking 'Submit', you agree to our Privacy Policy and consent to the processing of your personal data for the purpose of handling your inquiry.
250 - 1311 Kootenay Street
Vancouver, BC
V5K 4Y3
About Conwest Contracting Ltd
In 1985, after years of working in residential utilities contracting for their father, the Marinelli siblings founded Conwest Contracting to build further on their family tradition of working hard and forging strong business relationships. Over the years, John and Tony Marinelli, along with Ben Taddei, have expanded Conwest significantly and today it is one of the leading specialists in civil contracting in British Columbia, and still continues to grow.
Together with over 90 employees, Conwest offers unique insight and attention to detail in our services, whether working on a straightforward site preparation or complicated specialty projects. Conwest has the experience, specialized machinery, knowledge base and entrepreneurial attitude that allows us to deliver on a variety of projects, including large, complex jobs.