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Cor Mac Projects Inc. is a Calgary based General Contractor providing services throughout Alberta, Saskatchewan and British Columbia. Our projects and focus is diverse. Customers include retail, industrial, commercial, financial, and government. Projects range in size from small renovations to base building. Since the company's inception we have continued to grow by establishing long term relationships with our existing clients and by welcoming opportunities to build new relationships. By remaining true to our corporate principals of; integrity, reliability, and professionalism, combined with an unwavering commitment to satisfy the needs of our clients, Cor Mac Projects Inc. continues to further solidify existing relationships and build new ones.
Job Summary
POSITION OVERVIEW
We are looking for a Junior Estimator for our Calgary office location. The candidate works closely with the Estimating Team, and is responsible for aiding with the creation of tender proposals, in conjunction with the Project Team. Selected tasks for this role include: accurate quantity takeoffs, preparation of tender submissions, and Request for Quotations (RFQs), developing cost breakdown structures and associated pricing for open bids, and be able to autonomously develop cost estimates. This position requires a strong team player with excellent communication skills, planning skills, a strong initiative, and the ability to work independently.
POSITION-SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES
Review Client RFP documents including Scope Of Work
Bid Task Assignments
Work with Project Managers/Estimating team to develop Project Budgets, Construction Execution Plans, Manpower Loading, and Tender Proposals
Perform accurate quantity take offs, collect and reconcile trade prices with minimal supervision
Prepare, track, evaluate and follow up on bid submissions, RFQs
Assist with Clarifications surrounding tender submissions
Develop detailed Construction Schedules in MS Project
Assist Estimating team with Change Control Management including bid addendums and RFQ revisions
Identify and develop bid estimates in accordance with project payment requirements
Share learning experiences in a team environment to promote ongoing development
Complete other duties, projects, and special assignments as required
Requirements
SKILLS
Must be able to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
Technically and mathematically inclined with strong attention to detail and accuracy
Data analysis skills including working with tables, data aggregation, charts and trending
Experience with Microsoft Excel and/or Google Sheets an asset
Experience with Microsoft Project an asset
Good understanding of technical writing including reporting/formatting
Expert organizational skills and ability to multitask
Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and with confidence is essential
Self-directed, able to set priorities and meet deadlines
Comfortable interacting with external stakeholders, i.e. clients and vendors
High degree of competence, reliability, and judgement demonstrated in all aspects of work
Commitment to continuous improvement
Ability to work well under pressure
Required Education, Skills and Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE, TRAINING, & EDUCATION
Post-secondary degree, technical diploma program, and/or combination of education and relevant experience. An engineering background / education would be an asset but other educational backgrounds with a strong mathematical basis will be considered.
Zero to two (2) years of related work or industry experience
Advanced computer skills including spreadsheets and word processing
Experience using estimating and/or project management systems would be an asset
BEHAVIOURAL EXPECTATIONS
Takes ownership
Takes initiative
Communicates well
Focuses on continuous improvement
Leads through adversity
Acts with integrity
Collaborates with others
Inspires achievement
Cor Mac Projects Inc. offers excellent wages and benefits.
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Estimating: 1 year (Preferred)