Estimator

Kelowna, BC

We are a medium sized steel fabrication shop seeking an experienced Steel Estimator. The position will estimate a range of projects from small residential jobs to large sawmill and mining projects.

You will identify bidding opportunities, present them for review, and prepare complete estimates from tender documents through final submission.

When bidding activity is lighter, you will be expected to support other office and project needs. This may include cost tracking, reporting, procurement, quantity reconciliation, change pricing, document control, and other work suited to your skills and experience.

Responsibilities

• Source public- and private-sector bidding opportunities.
• Review and summarize opportunities for bid-selection meetings.
• Analyze drawings, specifications, schedules, addenda, and contract requirements.
• Complete quantity takeoffs .
• Estimate labour, material, and supplier costs.
• Obtain and evaluate supplier pricing.
• Identify scope gaps, risks, assumptions, exclusions, and potential savings.
• Prepare and organize compliant tender submissions.
• Maintain estimating records, pricing information, and bid results.
• Clearly explain the basis of each estimate during internal reviews.
• Support active projects and other business operations when estimating demands allow.

Qualifications

• Experience estimating steel fabrication projects, particularly earthworks.
• Strong knowledge of fabrication methods, equipment, labour, production rates, and materials.
• Experience completing quantity takeoffs and detailed cost estimates.
• Ability to interpret civil and structural drawings, specifications, and tender documents.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and Microsoft 365 skills.
• High attention to detail with strong analytical and organizational abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple estimates and meet firm deadlines.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.

Assets

• A degree or diploma in civil engineering, civil engineering technology, construction management, or a related discipline is preferred. 
• Equivalent practical experience in structural steel fabrication and estimating will also be considered.
• Five or more years of steel fabrication or estimating experience.
• AutoCAD or other takeoff and drawing software experience.
• Public-sector procurement and tendering experience.

Benefits

• Dental, extended health, and vision care
• Disability and life insurance
• Paid time off
• RRSP matching

Location: In person at our Kelowna office.

Pay: $70,000.00-$90,000.00 per year