Your new company

Hays has partnered with a large, reputable general contractor located in the Greater Toronto Area who deliver industrial, commercial, institutional and residential projects across Canada. They are headquartered out of Toronto with multiple offices throughout Canada. They are in search for a Chief Estimator to lead the estimation team in Toronto.

Your new role

Reporting to the Director of Pre-Construction and Estimating, the Chief Estimator will lead the estimating team in preparing detailed and accurate estimates for construction projects, including labour, materials, equipment, subcontractors and other associated costs. They will analyze all project plans, specifications, and other documentation to identify project requirements and scope. They will supervise and mentor the estimation team, providing guidance when needed and conduct risk analysis for each project to identify potential cost overruns and contingencies. Finally, they will conduct performance evaluations and identify necessary training needs to enhance the skills and knowledge of the team members.

What you'll need to succeed

The successful Chief Estimator candidate will have an engineering degree or Construction Management degree / equivalent. This candidate will have at least 12 years in ICI estimation as a leader and be able to train and mentor junior staff members. Having estimated and completed ICI base build and renovation projects from $5M to $100M plus is imperative. They must have knowledge and complete understanding of CCDC5 and CCDC14 contracts, and have thorough knowledge of all aspects of construction including best practices, estimating / budgeting, scheduling and, most importantly, safety. Furthermore, the Chief Estimator will be LEED Accredited, Gold Seal Certified and be proficient with Procore, BIM software and MS Applications.

What you'll get in return

In return, the Chief Estimator will lead a team, be paid a base salary plus bonus, and work in a hybrid environment for one of Canada's largest ICI contractors.

What you need to do now

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