Electrical EstimatorOSCO Construction Group • St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
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Electrical Estimator
OSCO Construction Group
- St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
- St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
About
JOB DESCRIPTION
In business since 1960, FCC Construction is an open shop, multi-trade, specialty contractor serving Atlantic Canada. FCC's three main operating divisions include: Construction Management, Electrical Contracting and Communication Cabling.
Job Summary
The Electrical/Instrumentation Estimator will be responsible for the completion of Tenders, Bid Requests, Requests for Quotation (RFQs) & Requests for Proposal (RFPs) in the Industrial Market (Pulp & Paper, Oil & Gas, Power Generation, Mining) by developing accurate and competitive estimates. This position requires a candidate who is detail focused, with the ability to react and adjust to changing conditions and come up with practical solutions. The ideal candidate should be self-disciplined and self-assured as there is a demand for high quality, organized and repeatable results. Job knowledge and competency is built through positive training and supportive coaching from management and peers. The successful candidate will spend time learning all aspects of the business with a full understanding of the team's responsibilities and requirements.
Responsibilities
Conduct a thorough review of all contract documents, specifications and drawings
Develop material take-offs, labour take-offs, subcontract requirements and equipment requirements
Obtain any additional required information from suppliers, subcontractors, owners, designers and architects
Prepare tenders by quantifying, organizing and tabulating all material, equipment, labour, and subcontract costs
Work with Purchasing to obtain pricing on material, equipment & subcontracts
Review the estimate with the Project Manager, Division Manager and Site Supervisors to ensure agreement with labour, material, equipment and subcontracting quantities & costs
Participate in site review, tender review, project closing and meetings with the Division Manager, Project Manager, Site Supervisors and Purchasing Personnel
Review tender closing documents and obtain signatures, bonding and insurance certificates
Follow up on submitted tenders with general contractors, clients and owners to get bid results
Participate in daily & weekly estimating reporting of closings, opportunities and workload
Meet monthly and yearly quotas
Other duties as assigned
Technical Requirements
Electrical or Instrumentation Trade Certificate, Technology Certificate and/or Engineering Degree
Familiarity with estimating software would be an asset
Proficiency with Microsoft Office software
Familiarity with BIM & Procore software would be an asset
Business Requirements
Exceptional analytical and organizational skills
Desire to work well in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, customer-focused environment
Cultural Requirements
Ability to assume responsibility, interface and communicate effectively with others and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills
As a member of the OSCO Construction Group, FCC Construction offer a comprehensive compensation package including health and dental coverage, life insurance, RRSP and tax-free savings account options. Additionally, we offer educational bursaries to children of employees, health & wellness programming, celebratory events and employee sport team sponsorships.
About OSCO
The origins of the OSCO Construction Group go back to 1955 when Ocean Steel & Construction Ltd. was founded in Saint John, New Brunswick. Since that time, the OSCO Construction Group has grown to encompass four main operating sectors: Steel, Concrete, Construction and Corporate. Within these sectors lie an ever-expanding number of companies and divisions, serving a growing market area and employing over one thousand employees.
Languages
- English
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