Senior Estimator

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in quantity surveying or engineering
• Demonstrate integrity and strives for excellence in the quality of work

Benefits

Additional Information

Senior Estimator Where Greatness Grows The greatest achievements in history are borne from the greatness within people - where human potential meets vision, and passion fuels evolution. Unlocking this potential is the most important thing we do at Bird. As a leader in Canadian construction for over 100 years, the impact of our team is etched deeply within the core of our legacy. Beyond Bird, this impact is felt in the fundamental aspects of our everyday lives. From the critical infrastructure we depend on, to the energy and resources that keep us moving - we are powering our communities and shaping Canada's skylines coast-to-coast. Entrenched in the foundation of a culture built more than a century ago is an enduring quest to reimagine what is possible. Our impact is greater than ever, and we are looking for those who seek to redefine their story. We are a dynamic team of over 6,000+ with a range of professions, backgrounds, and areas of expertise. This breadth of diversity in people and opportunities is one of greatest aspects of building your career with Bird. Every trajectory looks different. At Bird, you hold the pen, and you write your story. As you unlock your potential, you are surrounded by a team that supports you every step of the way. Be a part of our team, where we pride ourselves on the quality of our work and the way we treat each other and our partners. You will build a career and long-lasting relationships based on respect, collaboration, and a solution-focused mindset. Bird is a place where you will unlock your potential and achieve your goals. Reporting to the Securement Manager, the Senior Estimator will assume responsibility for the preconstruction cost management of large-scale nuclear projects. During Preconstruction, the Estimator will work closely with the owner, design consultant and Project Manager to prepare cost plans, undertake value engineering, complete cost saving exercises and develop the project budget. This role is located in Mississauga, ON. What you will be working on: Opportunity Response Establish and maintain strategic relations with customers, suppliers, and other stakeholders including governments and the public. Preparing Estimating deliverables to Proposal Strategy. Preconstruction Act as a key contributor in the project development activities to secure the project. Develop and execute a project strategy that meets the project's required performance, schedule and profitability targets. Meet or exceed these targets. Assist bid process by driving and communicating strategies to the project team to help win bids. Provide preconstruction services including the development of preliminary budgets, cost plans and value engineering exercises. Participate in internal contract kick-off and conducts contract partnering session. Lead internal construction project start-up meeting and administrative project set up. Establish Preconstruction in Progress (PIP) form/KPI's and begin monthly updates. Actively participate in project scheduling activities including post-it note scheduling/pull planning. Actively participate in developing procurement plans, labour and equipment forecast, logistics plan and site workflow, project risk register, and project execution plan (PEP). Actively participate in developing and maintaining the master project schedule. Ensure preconstruction schedule is achieved. Develop Milestone Cost Plans (schematic, design development, working drawings). Participate in design, constructability and value engineering reviews. Work closely with the Project Manager, owner, consultants, suppliers and trades to identify, develop, implement and support cost -effective project delivery. Prepare and manage project budgets during the design. Ensure that constructability is addressed before sub -trade tendering. Oversee the tendering, risk assessment and award of sub -trade contracts. Identify, address and resolve issues and problems as or before they occur. Contribute current cost and productivity information for SAP upload sheet. Construction Keep informed on track and forecast labour, materials and equipment. Conduct monthly project Work in Progress (WIP) update and meeting. Assists with the development of project strategy that secures the project. Meets or exceeds the projects required performance and scheduled profitability targets. Post-Construction Conduct lessons learned. Participate in reconciliation of contract value. Participate in project close out report.