Senior Estimator - Concrete & Formwork (Calgary)

Responsibilities

• Lead and prepare detailed concrete and formwork estimates.
• Contribute to and support in the development of project specific execution plans (schedule, sequencing, formwork selection, pour breaks, crew sizes and composition, equipment, site logistics, etc.).
• Run detailed workforce analyses to determine productivity rates, crew sizes, crew composition, etc.
• Review various formwork and tower crane designs.
• Calculate material price lists, labor costs per manhour, productivities rates, equipment rental costs, placing rates, etc.
• Obtain scopes of work and pricing from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Research historical data (purchase orders, subcontracts, productivity analysis reports, etc.) and compile summary reports to develop guidelines and precedence for future estimates.
• Maintain working documents to back-up estimating figures.
• Review drawings and tender documents to understand scope of work and submission requirements.
• Assist in pricing change orders for projects currently being built.
• Assist in the monitoring of conceptual estimates with actual cost data.
• Contribute technical expertise, support your team in developing estimates, and provide input on constructability, productivity, and cost‑saving opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5 to 10 years of overall construction experience in ICI projects with a General Contractor, specializing in Concrete & Formwork (Form, Place and Finish including Supply).
• Knowledge of estimating techniques, cost control and material pricing required.
• Knowledge of formwork systems, formwork sequencing, placing equipment, access equipment, productivities rates, crew compositions, labor rates and union agreements.
• Knowledge of various contract delivery models including risk analysis.
• Ability to calculate mathematical extensions, read and understand engineering drawings, sub‑quotes, supplier quotes etc.
• Strong interpersonal skills: ability to create and maintain strong relationships, strong communication skills, and attention to detail; as well as the ability to work effectively and accurately in time‑sensitive situations within a team.
• Proficient competency with Excel, OST, and other software used.
• This position is based out of Calgary, Alberta.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome people of any age, culture, subculture, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnicity, race, size, mental or physical status, veteran status, religion, language, political opinion, working‑style preference, family status, education, and socio‑economic status. The EllisDon core values of Integrity and Mutual Respect welcomes everyone, at work and in the community, and our value of Mutual Accountability means that we all have a role to play. As an EllisDon employee, this will ultimately be your commitment to Inclusive Diversity.

Accommodation for Applicants with disabilities will be made during the recruitment process when requested.

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