Estimator

At Clearway we are committed to every project. We pride ourselves on a keen work ethic and more importantly, the talent and skill of our people. In fact, the Clearway Staff is the reason why so many organizations turn to us for the most complex construction assignments. That is how we’ve evolved from a sewer and watermain contractor, to one of Canada’s most reputable construction companies with as many capabilities as there are needs.

Clearway has been operating for more than 50 years, specializing in sewers and watermains, transportation, dry utilities, shoring, road reconstruction, bridges, concrete forming, marine, environmental remediation and treatment plants / pumping stations.

Summary: 

Reporting directly to the Estimating Director, The Estimator will play an integral role in the continued expansion of our Clearway infrastructure division, contributing expertise across numerous activities associated with the bidding/tendering, preparation and execution of construction projects.

Location: Clearway's Head Office – Maple, ON.

Hours of Operations: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (EST)

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Read, understand, and interpret drawings and specifications

• Understand and tailor estimates and proposal response documents for unit rate and lump sum contracts

• Participate in pursuits relating to stipulated price (bid-build), design-build and construction/project management project deliveries

• Participate in and contribute to constructability, staging and schedule reviews

• Assist in the assembly of accurate and well-organized cost estimates

• Complete detailed quantity takeoffs from provided documents

• Identify areas of risk and information gaps and seek direction from senior department staff or customer representatives

• Format and construct estimate cost breakdowns which incorporate takeoffs into HeavyBid software

• Identify scopes of work within pursuits which may be completed by sub-contractors or materials which must be provided by third-party suppliers

• Propose and apply labor, equipment and material resources for application in estimates

• Solicit and organize sub-contractor and supplier quotations, negotiate to ensure sub-contractor quotations meet the requirements and intent of associated contract documents

• Participate in tender closings.

• Fill out or otherwise complete documents which are required for pursuits, including planning for and delivering tenders

• Build, write and submit quotation letters

• Develop and maintain information databases and relationships with sub-contractors, suppliers, and customers

• Maintain rate database for estimating

• Review bid advertising websites and report leads

• Participate in weekly planning and strategy meetings

• Assist and help with site supervision during slow period

• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Requirements:

• Civil Engineering Technology or Construction Management Diploma

• 3 + years of estimating experience, preferably within heavy civil construction

• Detail oriented, and able to multi-task under the pressure of deadlines

• Able to conduct technical communications in English with internal and external parties, both written and verbal

• A passion for construction

• Effective time management and organizational skills

• Proven ability to work independently and within a team environment

• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada – no work permit sponsorship is available for this position

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary with annual cost of living increases

• Annual Bonus Program

• Group RRSP with 100% Matching

• In-House Chef at Head Office

• 100% Company Paid Benefits

• Extended Health Care

• Dental Care

• Vision Care

• Disability Insurance

• Vacation & Personal Days, plus Paid Holiday Shutdown

• Parental Leave Top-up Program

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Life Insurance

• Wellness Programs

• Free On-site Parking

• Casual Dress

AODA:

Clearway is committed to maintaining an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Disability-related accommodation during the application process is available upon request.

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