Project Estimator

Job Description

South East Construction L.P. is a union-based, multi-trade, industrial construction, and maintenance company. Part of the SECON Group of Companies, with site locations throughout Western Canada, South East Construction

Position

Reporting to the Director of Project Delivery, the Project Estimator will be responsible for creation of proposals and preparation of bid submissions to jobs that are aligned with our business expertise.

This job will be located in YORKTON, SK. Some travel and site time may be required.

Office hours are Monday - Friday and consistent of a minimum 8-hour workday plus flexibility.

Job Duties

• Conduct detailed analysis of contracts, tender documents, and specifications.
• Prepare Tender Packages and identify any associated risks.
• Solicit pricing, analyzes costs from subcontractors and suppliers for labour, equipment, and materials.
• Provide information and guidance to project management staff during contract turnovers.
• Complete full quantity take-off and pricing of all labour, equipment, and materials.
• Establish a critical path schedule on estimated milestone progress dates, completion timelines and completion dates.
• Identify and evaluate project changes, resolves discrepancies by collecting additional information.
• Significant involvement in the negotiation and issuing of contracts.
• Complete communication between job site, client, company, suppliers, and contractors.
• Identify risks, opportunities and thorough assessment of site conditions, sub-contractors, and labour availability.
• Assist Project Managers in turnover from the transition of bid through to award including execution.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in estimating civil, commercial, and industrial sectors of the industry.
• Knowledge of the principals involved in bid preparation.
• Ability to identify competitors and understand current market conditions.
• Ability to analyze information and provide attention to detail.
• Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with clients, consultants, and subcontractors.
• Experienced in estimating Lump Sum and Time & Material tenders.

Total Compensation

With this opportunity, South East Construction LP offers a competitive Total Compensation Package, including fair and equitable wages and a comprehensive group benefit plan.

Application Process

Please apply by sending a cover letter and resume to Please include in your cover letter why you are interested in the job and which skills, experience, and/or education make you an excellent candidate for this role.

The start date is as soon as the successful candidate is available.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those candidates with cover letters and resumes who fit the needs of the company will be contacted.

Closing Date

Open until suitable candidate has been hired.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Experience:

• construction estimating: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person