Estimator – Infrastructure

As an Estimator at Graham, you will:

• Determine the project scope of work.

• Set-up and complete estimate in company standard estimating program.
• Prepare preliminary construction schedules based on self-perform productivities and subcontractor input to determine project duration and resulting overhead costs.
• Complete estimate quantification and draft costing of labour including productivities, equipment including productivities, material, and subtrade plugs.
• Identify and develop constructability requirements for project construction.
• Analyze design criteria and assist in recommending best options based on cost, engineering quality, and availability of materials.

• Identify and propose project risk and cost mitigation as well as the potential for project opportunities and cost savings.
• Analyze and propose potential strategies, advantages, or innovations for the project that could provide Graham with a more competitive bid.
• Draft application of labor and equipment productivities to estimates based on historically accurate values.
• Analyze subcontractor bids for irregularities and ensure the full scope of work is included.
• Participate in or lead the bid close with the oversight of a more senior estimator.

• Develop scopes of work for subcontractors to provide budgeting assistance on smaller, less complex projects (or as a team member under a more senior lead).
• Prepare an estimate schedule of all activities required to complete a fully quantified and costed estimate (or delegated scope) based on a full review of the Estimate Checklist (includes identifying milestone dates and highlighting any required support resources).
• Generate and assess risk mitigation plans, including ensuring proper bonding and insurance costing and appropriate contingencies.
• Select and invite to tender trade partners that are assessed to be financially viable with adequate manpower and appropriate level of expertise to complete the work.
• Demonstrate HSE and Quality behaviours that reflect corporate expectations of Actively Caring and Road to Zero.
• Identify project-specific HSEQ risks and propose mitigation plans for these items in the estimate.

Qualifications & Experience:

• High school graduate and completion of a diploma training program at a college or technical school.
• Ability to understand, utilize, and communicate specialized information in speech and written text.
• 5-7 years of construction-related experience, including a combination of field and estimating experience, is an asset
• Proficiency in the use of Graham software suite, MS Excel, scheduling software (Primavera preferred), quantification software (such as OnScreen Takeoff, Bluebeam, Agtek), and BIM modelling is an asset.
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills with above average organizational and time management abilities.

• Intermediate degree of aptitude in comprehending tender documents, specifications, and drawings, with an understanding of contractual requirements.
• Detailed understanding of all construction scopes of work.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Opportunity for ownership and increased income through dividends and share equity increases
• Sharing of annual profits paid out in bonuses
• Excellent Health & Dental benefits plan, Life insurance, AD&D. LTD and Flex Plan
• 401(k) savings plan with employer matching upon eligibility
• 12 paid holidays a year
• 3 to 5 weeks of vacation per year, with credit for prior industry experience
• Professional and career development opportunities

What we can offer you:

• Strong commitment to safety in the workplace
• Grounded and family-oriented workplace in a progressive environment that is at the forefront of a fast-evolving business sector
• Commitment to the training and wealth of opportunities for career development across job categories, project types and locations around North America