Cost Estimator

ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITYBlack & McDonald’s Ottawa team is growing! If you are an analytical and collaborative professional searching for the opportunity to build a solid foundation for your career, this position is for you. The Estimator is located in Ottawa, Ontario and reports directly to the Estimating Manager.Estimators analyze costs and prepare work take-offs and estimates. The successful candidate will provide support to project operations with emphasis on estimating, reporting and monitoring progress and handling project changes. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:Prepare estimates of cost of materials, labour and equipment for construction projects based on contract drawings/specifications, quotations, schematic drawings and specifications. Coordinates price packages with suppliers, subcontractors, owners, designers and architects regarding tenders.Participates in site review, tender review, tender hand-off, project closing and operational/sector meetings with various stakeholders – ie. senior estimator, operational staff, and purchasing – as required.Prepare and maintain a directory of suppliers, contractors and subcontractors.Liaise, consult and communicate with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors, and prepare economic feasibility studies on changes and adjustments to cost estimates.Conduct material and equipment purchasing for secured jobs.Update and maintains estimating database. COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTSChange OrientationCommunicates Effectively Continuous LearningCustomer FocusHolds Self and Others AccountableProblem Solving and Innovation Teamwork and Collaboration EDUCATION REQUIREMENTSPost-secondary education in Engineering or Business/Commerce. WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS3-5 years’ experience in the construction industry. SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Project). Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.Ongoing investment in training and developmentCollaborative and supportive work cultureLong-term stabilityA family business with family valuesEmpowered people with ambitious goalsInteresting and challenging work