Estimator

Who We Are And What We Offer

Interested in shaping skylines across the globe?

Multiplex is a premier construction company with a simple purpose: to construct a better future. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to help deliver some of the world's most iconic projects, supported by approachable leadership and an inclusive culture that puts our people first.

You will also have access to a range of holistic benefits including:

• Signing bonus for the successful candidate.
• Market competitive compensation packages and group RRSP matching.
• Company paid medical, health, and dental benefits including mental health and wellness resources.
• Paid time off, including sick and personal days, annual vacation, parental leave, and volunteer leave.
• Financial wellbeing support and discount programs.
• Professional career development opportunities and a wealth of learning offerings through the Multiplex Learning Academy.
• An industry-leading approach to flexible work to enable better work-life balance.
  
  

Who We're Looking For

Our people are united by a common belief: that we can outperform in everything we do.

Position Summary

The Estimator is responsible for analyzing costs and preparing estimates for various projects and providing technical and administrative support to project management teams. This role also contributes to the completion of estimates and proposals for projects while identifying risks, opportunities and maintains strategies to win bids.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and prepare estimates from first base principles including full measures of cost and price on construction projects
• Undertake risk assessment on price, supply, demand, and length of project
• Identify opportunities for fee enhancement and schedule optimization
• Liaise with programmers on project planning
• Establish and maintain commercial relationship with Subcontractors and Consultants
• Provide input on construction project methodologies including sequencing, constructability, and site logistics
• Review and critically assess external quantity surveyor's estimates
• Critically examine and review estimates prepared by other team members within the work group and provide mentorship and coaching to junior staff
• Provide expert cost planning and estimating advice and guidance to other team members within the work group
• Keep up to date with new construction materials, methodologies rules and regulations
• Maintain a database of cost information including but not limited to cost feedback from bids
• Present tender estimate to credit committee prior to submission
• Co-ordinate with key Multiplex personnel on preparation of all tenders for the purpose of winning work
• Conduct bid leveling alongside the procurement team by reviewing trade scopes, validating inclusions/exclusions, and selecting best-value pricing
• Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure competitive pricing and scope coverage
• Demonstrate estimating experience across Industrial, Commercial, and Institutional (ICI) sectors, healthcare projects and hospitals, including multiple delivery models
  
  

Education & Experience

• A minimum of 5-10 years of experience in the construction industry working for a general contracting construction company
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Building, Engineering, Construction, or Quantity Surveying
• Professional Membership in CIQS strongly preferred
• Gold Seal Certification in Estimating (CDN) is an asset.
  
  

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of quantity surveying and estimating techniques as it relates to construction.
• Experience with estimating software such as CostX, Onscreen Takeoff, or equivalent.
• Must possess excellent problem-solving skills.
• Strong financial acumen
• Proven track record of work winning / successful leading pursuits valued up to $100M+ .
• Solid understanding of specifications, construction methods and procedures
• Extensive knowledge of key principles involved in bid preparation, including quantity take off procedures, Sub-trade procurement, pricing and bid closing procedures.
• Ability to conduct site visits and assess project conditions for accurate estimating.
  
  

Work Environment

• Fast paced, dynamic and innovative work environment
• If visiting a project site, high possibility of exposure to hazardous materials
• Sitting, standing, walking, bending, light lifting, climbing stairs
• A team-oriented and progressive workplace that recognizes and rewards the “outside the box” approach.
• Dedicated to developing successful employees – We invest in our people and provide a wealth of career development opportunities across job functions
  
  

A Note On Diversity

Diversity is about celebrating the ways we are all different and appreciating the unique qualities that every employee brings. We invite applications from people of all genders, cultures and walks of life. Research shows that women and people from underrepresented groups are less like to apply for roles if they don't meet every qualification. So even if you don't match all the criteria - if you are passionate about helping to construct a better future, we'd love to hear from you.

We are committed to providing a barrier-free work environment in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code and can support with reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, please contact us at 416 359 8559 or by e-mail at [email protected]. This ensures that the appropriate accommodations are arranged before the commencement of employment.