Job Title

Reporting to the Director, Operations, the Senior Estimator is responsible for providing overall technical expertise and administrative support to construction projects.Primary Scope of RoleFollow up on timelines for submitted bids and update the estimating system with results.Coordinate the transfer of successful projects, subcontractor contracts and purchase orders to contract administrator and accountant.Perform pre-job planning to include all senior role players and attend all site meetingsMaintain and build customer relations.Mentor project coordinators and junior level staff to facilitate their development.Assign roles and responsibilities for junior level staff.Specific DutiesFollow-up on bidding opportunities identified through advertisements, customers, RFQs, etc.Review job specifications in detail (instructions to bidders, general conditions, and special provisions) as well as specifications on project drawings, geotechnical reports, hydrogeological reports, etc.Prepare quantity take-offs from Contract Drawings, field measurements, etc. to be used for the preparation of cost estimates.Prepare detail job cost estimates and identify production time, materials and labour costs including subcontractors costs and review overhead costs and mark-ups with the Director Operations, Manager Operations, Quality & Production, and Senior Estimator.Help aid in the maintenance and updating of the cost databases in estimating software.Compile various cost reports and resolve cost issues.Oversee and coordinate the transfer of successful projects, subcontractor contracts and purchase orders to the Project Manager and Administrative Staff.Follow up on timelines for submitted bids and update the estimating system with resultsTrack substantial completion of projects and ensure reconciliation of all subcontract agreements.Maintain and build customer relations.Perform any other job-related duties as assigned by the supervisor or management to support the overall objectives of the company.Position RequirementsA minimum of 10+ years progressive experience in road construction and construction projects.Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.Strong leadership and team management skillsKnowledge of health and safety regulations and best practicesExperience in managing all aspects of road building, asphalt, and construction projects.Experience managing ICI projects is an asset.Results-driven with an ability to deliver success in a fast-paced environment.Outcome focused, critical thinker with the ability to analyze and visualize to ensure continuous improvement across our business.Ability to connect and interact with people to seek different perspectives.Success PredictorsAnalytical mindset.Versatile and resourceful problem solver.Proactive and self-motivated.Effective communicator, confident in engaging with all levels of the company.About UsOur PeopleAt Green Infrastructure Partners (GIP), our people are second to none. Our most valuable asset is people our employees, our customers, and the public. Nothing is more important than our people coming to work happy and leaving safely. GIP team members are at the heart of our success in designing and delivering infrastructure projects safely, thoughtfully, and with the highest quality.Our WorkThe work we do impacts lives. It impacts our schools and neighbourhoods and shapes our communities and cities. We are one of Canadas largest and fastest growing construction companies. Every day our people are designing, delivering, and maintaining infrastructure for Canadas rapidly growing cities. From demolition, shoring and foundations, excavation, remediation, to structures, paving and the production of materials, we have the unique ability to self perform all project scopes without reliance on sub-contractors. The work we at GIP today will carry us into a better, greener, and safer tomorrow.Our CultureWe are committed to fostering a work environment that embraces Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging for all so our people benefit from the creative solutions that come from embracing differences.Sustainability is part of our DNA. We focus on recycling and reusing materials by taking old roads and reengineering them into new roads, keeping tons of used materials out of our landfills.As we look to the future, we need creative, ambitious, and innovative professionals who can help us to build the world of tomorrow, today. If you want to work for a world-class organization that provides an exceptional career experience with an inclusive and collaborative culture, this opportunity is for you!