Junior Estimator

Aecon Group

What is the Opportunity?

Reporting to the Estimating Manager, the Junior Estimator will be responsible for the generation of accurate and timely cost estimates for assigned projects. The Estimator will deliver properly organized estimates, budgets, and schedules, while managing Aecon’s risk. The Junior Estimator will also be responsible for tracking project financial performance upon award.

What You'll Do Here:

• Responsible for the overall financial performance of projects awarded.

Analyzes documents, specifications, proposals, addendums in preparation for pricing.

• Performs any estimate-related oral and/or written communications with clients.
• Reviews project sites prior to price preparation.

Obtains input from Operations staff as appropriate.

• Performs quantity take-offs from construction drawings where applicable.

Obtains pricing from suppliers and incorporates it into estimates.

Formulates all costs for tender submissions, including labour, equipment, materials, rentals, and subcontracts.

Accountable for the accuracy and completeness of tender submissions.

• Oversees the distribution of appropriate documentation upon award of a project.

Stationed on major projects as required.

Tracks, forecasts, and reports weekly on the financial and operational performance of awarded projects and provides data for month-end reconciliations.

• Manages scope changes as required.

Coordinates invoicing and progress payment activities.

• Maintains files and correspondence on active and completed projects.

Provides technical support to field staff.

• Collaborates with Operations to drive project success and learning.
• Drives estimating process and procedure compliance and consistency.
• Performs post-bid and post-project analysis and ensures associated learning and communication take place.
• Assists with RFPs and general contract tender submissions.
• Assists with prequalification submissions, RFQs, and RFIs as required.

Incorporates and complies with Aecon’s risk management policies and procedures.

• Drives positive relationships and serves as a key contact with clients, consultants, and key subcontractors.

Protects all forms of proprietary information.

Maintains estimating data systems to ensure they are kept up to date.

Assists in the training of new estimating staff as appropriate.

• Performs other duties and responsibilities as required.

Assists in the maintenance of estimating department policies, procedures, processes, and standards.

• Collects data and reports on established business key performance indicators.

What You Bring to the Team:

• Diploma or Degree in Civil, Construction, or Electrical.

Minimum of 2 years of prior estimating experience in the utility sector.

• Ability to read and understand construction drawings and contract documents.
• Thorough knowledge of contract language, terms and conditions, bonding, and related requirements.
• Good knowledge of job cost fundamentals and basic accounting and reporting principles is an asset.
• Self-motivated with excellent organizational skills.
• Strong computer skills, including MS Excel, Word, Project, P6, and estimating software.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.

Ability to work accurately and effectively under pressure.

• Adaptable to a flexible work schedule when required to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel as required.

Aecon fosters belonging within and across our organization. We consider all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law.

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