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Profession |
Engineering & Related Services |
Openings |
1 |
Location |
Delta, BC, Canada |
Date Posted |
May 12, 2008 |
Posted Until |
June 11, 2008 |
Experience Level |
Mid-Level |
Job Type |
Full Time |
Salary Range |
Not Specified - Not Specified |
Education Level |
University - Bachelors |
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Career Opportunity
Chief Estimator - Commercial
The Graham Group, one of Canada’s leading general contractors and “50 Best Managed Companies” and its affiliated service providers, has acareer opportunity for a Chief EstimatorinVancouver. Through continued growth, opportunities are available in the Commercialsector.
We are seeking an energetic, aggressive, career-minded professional that wants to be challenged, recognized and rewarded for their contributions and hard work. If you are looking for an opportunity to demonstrate your skills in a supportive team environment and you have a minimum of ten years construction experience, then we want to hear from you.
Chief Estimator
Under the guidance of the Estimating Department Manager or Area Vice President, the Chief Estimator will be the lead Estimator on bid proposals and final project estimates and provide direction and coaching to less experienced estimators.
General Responsibilities:
· Provides input into the Estimating Department’s business plans, strategies and system improvements.
· Participates in the project proposal teams and marketing, liaises with owners, clients and consultants on project estimates.
· Responsible for completing the entire tender proposal package submission including schedules, rates and lists to provide complete and compliant tender submission.
· Reviews and approves final tender submissions in conjunction with the General Manager or Construction Department Manager.
· Collaborates with Operations or Construction Manager to develop and implement the project execution plan.
· Supervises post-bid analysis, tracks bidding success and analyses fiscal bid performance.
· Schedules, assigns and directs the work of the Estimating staff. Supervises estimating staff, including performance reviews, training and coaching, compensation, selection and deslection.
· Implements Graham Estimating Toolbox system, processes and procedures. Ensures that estimators understand the company’s operating policies, procedures, systems and practices and apply them appropriately.
· Provides technical support to other departments, divisions and corporate expertise units.
Preference will be given to candidates with the following qualifications;
Education: A graduate of a four year engineering degree program or a technical school program in construction management or quantity surveying. CCA Gold Seal (Estimating) is an asset.
Experience: A minimum of ten to fifteen years of estimating and construction management experience with at least five years as a Chief Estimator for commercial projects.
Desired Skills:
· Excellent interpersonal, communications and advanced negotiating skills required.
· Strong planning, leadership and team building skills.
· The ability to make timely and rational decisions under pressure.
· A solid understanding of all construction trades and construction techniques.
Graham offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including the opportunity to participate in company ownership.
Please submit your resume, cover letter and an outline of your estimating project experience (scope and dollar value) through the on-line application process at www.graham.ca/Careers.
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Applications being accepted until June 11, 2008
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