Job Description
About Our Client:
Our client is a building restoration company. We are looking for an Intermediate Estimator to join their team, based in the Greater Vancouver Area. Thie individual will play a key role in the initiation and preconstruction phases of building restoration and parking structure rehabilitation projects, with an emphasis on preparing detailed cost estimates, tender submissions, and coordination with consultants, sub-trades, and internal project teams. This position bridges technical estimating expertise with project management support to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and competitiveness in the company’s bids.
Our client will provide a base salary, variable incentive plan, medical/dental and other benefits. Please note that this position requires daily presence (or 4 days a week) at their office in Coquitlam.
Candidates must possess an understanding of structural concrete rehabilitation, waterproofing systems, balcony restoration, façade repair, and parking deck restoration, including both exterior envelope and structural repair scopes. This role requires sound judgment, technical proficiency, and effective communication to balance cost, quality, and constructability considerations.
Responsibilities:
- Prepares and submits pre-qualifications, including:
- Reviewing pre-qualification requirements and submission portals (e.g., BC Bid, MERX, or client-specific portals).
- Compiling company information such as safety records, insurance certificates, bonding capacity, and corporate references.
- Coordinating with accounting and administration for updated WorkSafeBC, insurance, and financial statements.
- Preparing project experience summaries and key personnel resumes for inclusion.
- Ensuring compliance with specific client or consultant formatting and submission requirements.
- Uploading and verifying submission accuracy and confirming receipt with client or consultant.
- Review tender calls, specifications, drawings, and associated documents to determine project scope and pricing strategy.
- Identify and document clarifications, exclusions, and potential risks for management review.
- Attend pre-bid and site meetings to assess field conditions, verify deterioration quantities, and understand access or staging constraints.
- Perform detailed quantity take-offs for all aspects of structural concrete rehabilitation, waterproofing systems, balcony restoration, façade repair, and parking deck restoration, including both exterior envelope and structural repair scopes.
- Solicit, review, and analyze subtrade and supplier quotations specific to structural restoration, waterproofing, coatings, and abatement work to ensure scope completeness and competitive pricing.
- Coordinate with Senior Estimators and Project Managers and/or Production Managers to prepare complete bid submissions, including forms, bonds, and insurance certificates.
- Participate in value engineering discussions, identifying cost-efficient restoration methods and material alternatives (e.g., PMMA vs. PUMA systems, membrane vs. coating solutions).
- Assist in compiling start-up documentation, including labour & material bonds, insurance certificates, and permit applications for structural and envelope projects.
- Support preconstruction coordination with consultants, clients, and internal departments to ensure project readiness.
- Contribute to the preparation of project schedules, phasing plans and budget forecasts. Review site logistics related to tenant access, parking closures, and phased deck shutdowns to ensure accurate cost representation.
- Collaborate with Project Managers and Superintendents during early execution to confirm quantities, scope breakdowns, and cost controls for concrete repair, waterproofing, and façade work.
- Monitor and document client or consultant correspondence regarding scope changes, clarifications, or pricing adjustments.
- Provide updated cost analysis for change orders, contingencies, and budget tracking.
- Maintain accurate cost databases and assist in updating the company’s historical pricing library for restoration and parking structure projects.
- Build and maintain professional relationships with consulting engineers, property managers, and restoration specialists.
- Communicate effectively with internal teams to ensure alignment between estimating and field operations.
Qualifications:
- A minimum of 3–5 years of experience preparing detailed cost estimates for structural and building envelope restoration projects, including balconies, parking garages, façades, waterproofing, and coatings.
- Post-secondary education in Construction Management, Civil/Structural Engineering, or Architectural Technology preferred.
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and take-off tools such as Bluebeam Revu, Planswift, or OST.
- Knowledge of various contracts (CCDC 2 and 4, 5A contracts ext.), bonding, and insurance processes.
- Familiarity with restoration materials and systems (e.g., Tremco, Sika, Silplast, Soprema, BASF, Henry, Euclid, Master Builders).
- Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to perform field measurements.
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