Electrical Estimator

Description

Job Summary:

Essential Responsibilities

• Implements and maintains Ledcor systems and procedures in relation to estimating
• Performs general administrative and recordkeeping functions
• Contacts trades and suppliers regarding invitations, pricing, addenda and tender/bid closings
• Produces quantity take-offs for all areas of the estimate as directed, while ensuring the take-off is well notated for hand-over to the project team and includes safety and security requirements required by Ledcor policies and applicable legislation
• Develops complete estimates on selected projects consisting of project site visit, quantity take-off, pricing, and presentation of the estimate for management review
• Develops the schedule on which the estimate is built based, requests input from the project team and the various trades required
• Assists in the selection and maintenance of subcontractors within a database
• Provides guidance for non-estimating personnel on their estimating related requirements.
• Provides technical training to subordinates
• Is actively aware of costs related to own work and associated projects, provides input to the estimating team on all financial cost matters
• Reviews bid / tender documents and assesses potential risk
• Interfaces and communicates effectively (written and oral) with the estimating team, with all levels of management, clients and industry contacts; contacts and develops business relationships with subcontractors and suppliers for pricing within estimates
• May perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Completion of post secondary education with a diploma or degree related to Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Estimating, Engineering or related education.
• 4-10 years estimating experience.
• Has developed technical knowledge of modern construction practices, techniques and equipment.
• Understanding of construction documents and the ability to assess the level of completeness. Knowledge of construction costs and budgets, ability to develop a project schedule. .
• Strong computer background including experience with MS Office and related estimating software.
• Has acquired the ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure.
• Ability to identify problems/issues, looks beyond the immediate problem to the wider implications and generates possible solutions.
• Capable of adapting information/style to the audience, explains difficult information clearly and influences and persuades others towards consensus agreement in straightforward situations.
• Willing to promote teamwork by motivating, coaching and guiding others.

Additional Information:

Company Description

The Ledcor Group of Companies is one of North America’s most diversified construction companies. Ledcor is a company built on a rich history of long-standing project successes. 

But when you work for Ledcor, your experience will go far beyond the project. Do you want a career that means more? Join our True Blue team now!

7008 Roper Road NW, Edmonton, AB