Your new company

Hays Construction & Development is partnered with a Quebec based GC/Developer to recruit for the role of Estimator to join their growing team!

They have a tremendous track record of success in building and retaining their own projects in the residential multi-family world as well as a great reputation for building on a smaller scale for other owners.

The company offers a professional working environment, along with the chance for career advancement and the chance to work on many exciting projects!

Your new role

As an Estimator, you will be joining a small but growing team. Your role will be to provide estimation expertise on numerous projects that are currently underway, in addition to new projects being added in the future. Projects are Multi-Family Residential, up to 25 storey's usually, throughout Western Quebec, Northern Quebec and Eastern Ontario.

You will participate in the preparation and monitoring of estimates, classify plans, specifications, and addenda in PlanSwift. You will conduct follow-ups with subcontractors via phone and email and maintain a log of communications in General Estimator software. As well, you will perform analysis of submissions.
Additionally, you will review plans and specifications to assess scope, take quantity readings in PlanSwift and record data in General Estimator and analyze bids from subcontractors for compliance and address any discrepancies.

What you'll need to succeed

To be considered for this important role, you must be fluently bilingual in French & English. You should have at least 3–5 years of previous practical experience as an Estimator, ideally in a similar owner/developer firm or GC dealing with multi-family residential projects.

AEC in construction estimating or DEC in Estimating Technology, Architectural Technology, or a related discipline.

Strong knowledge of construction, architectural, structural, civil engineering, and mechanical-electrical plans and specifications. Excellent proficiency in estimating software: PlanSwift, General Estimator, etc.

You should have the ability to demonstrate autonomy, initiative, and good management of priorities. Have excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure and have great team spirit and a positive attitude.

What you'll get in return

There is a strong compensation and benefits program for you here as well as the opportunity to further your career in a great company. Work location can be in Gatineau or Gloucester, Ontario.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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