Manager Estimation/Pricing

WHAT'S THE JOB?

This position is a key member of the Dexterra Group business and reports directly to the Operations Team Lead. The Manager Estimation/Pricing leads a team environment that develops estimates for various projects throughout Canada for the Integrated Facilities support team. They work closely with Trade specific leads to price reactive, project and Capex replacement projects. This position works with key individuals on both the client and operations group.

The Manager Estimation/Pricing is responsible for the accurate, timely preparation of full-cost estimates, including labour, materials, transportation, and 3rd party subcontracting. The Manager Estimation/Pricing also assists with our historical cost analysis, establishing unit rates, risk management and other related activities. Estimating accuracy is critical to the profitability of the business, as under-estimates may cause significant financial losses and over-estimates may result in the inability to win contracts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a diverse group of pricing agents to effectively price work in various markets
• Collaborate with Operations, and partners to support pricing strategy
• Perform post-bid and job cost analysis to drive continuous improvement
• Support presentations and proposal development as needed
• Review drawings, specifications, and attend pre-bid meetings to define scope
• Ability to price out Mechanical/Plumbing Small Works quotes
• Develop and validate cost estimates, including risks, contingencies, and indirect costs
• Contribute to improving estimating tools, models, and processes

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Strong communication and leadership skills demonstrated in a progressive advancement in career responsibility and risk management
• Technical training in construction or equivalent combination of technical training and estimating experience.
• Relevant post-secondary education preferred.
• Strong Office Suite skills especially spreadsheets and word processing software.
• Previous work experience in a small works or institutional environment
• Ability to read and interpret building specifications and blueprints.
• Mathematical skills and analytical skills.
• Ability to use cost-estimating software to prepare cost quotes and bids.
• Ability to demonstrate organizational, time-management and decision-making skills.
• Ability to assume responsibility and to lead and communicate effectively with others, have strong interpersonal skills and be self-motivated.
• Ability to manage a fluctuating workload and set priorities to meet deadlines.

Additional Information

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Be part of an industry that's more important than ever!
• Employee Referral Program!
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Whereas other companies are downsizing, we are growing!
• Be #1 on day 1 by joining an industry leader.

Dexterra Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans' status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the hiring selection process are available upon request.

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Company Description

WHO ARE WE?

Dexterra Group is a fast-growing, financially strong, publicly listed company (TSX:DXT). We have a far-reaching presence across the entire continent North America with hundreds of full-time and part-time opportunities at any given time. We aim to provide our people with more than just a job – we offer fulfilling opportunities in a culture that promotes stability, diversity and inclusion, camaraderie, employee recognition, work-life balance, and doing what you love. For over 75 years, the companies that began independently, and now form Dexterra Group, have been dedicated to serving North American clients to create and manage built environments that play a vital role in our economy and our local communities. And, that's something we're truly proud of. Work That Matters, People Who Care.