Now Hiring Estimator in BC!

Pacific Ropes is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Estimator to join our Management Team. The Estimator will lead the estimating and pre-construction process for projects in BC, ensuring accurate and comprehensive project estimates. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in construction estimating, particularly in structural steel installation, and demonstrate excellent leadership and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the estimating and pre-construction process for projects in BC, collaborating with the Management Team.
• Oversee all aspects of the estimating and pre-construction process, including pre-estimate meetings, site visits, kickoff meetings, and estimate archiving.
• Conduct detailed analysis of contract documents and specifications to determine project requirements and identify risks.
• Complete comprehensive quantity take-offs of labor, equipment, and materials based on contract drawings and specifications.
• Work autonomously while providing leadership, coaching, and mentoring to maximize the efficiency and productivity of team members involved in estimates.
• Ensure adherence to project and company safety standards and environmental programs within estimates.
• Manage post-estimate/pre-construction efforts until the internal handover to Operations.
• Maintain and develop contacts within the construction industry
• Serve as an ambassador for the company, liaising with clients and owners
• Proactively seek new business opportunities to expand operations within Canada.
• Respond to RFPs and new construction projects, tracking deadlines and progress.
• Complete drawings for engineering and job planning purposes.
• Calculate costs by analyzing labor, material, and time requirements based on drawings and specifications.
• Manage bids from vendors and contractors.
• Consult with clients, vendors, and others to produce accurate estimates.
• Document site visits with pictures and site plans outlining equipment needs.
• Compile and record actual costs for projects.
• Maintain high levels of customer service and responsiveness, resolving customer issues promptly.
• Strengthen and build customer relationships to ensure retention.
• Assist the billing team with monthly invoicing.
• Attend weekly sales meetings with the operations team and prepare monthly sales reports.
• Manage CRM-Hubspot, including attending presentations, taking notes, updating CRM with new leads, and following up on new leads for estimating or RFPs.

Qualifications:

• 1-5 years of construction estimating experience, preferably including structural steel installation and leading estimates of $1-10MM.
• Experience in steel bridge and industrial construction is advantageous.
• Structural steel erection experience (asset)
• Degree in construction or civil engineering.
• Must be eligible to work in Canada.
• Excellent communication skills for internal and external clients (oral, written, and presentations).