Concrete Estimator

BUILD YOUR FUTURE WITH TURNER CONSTRUCTION

Turner Construction Company is a North Americabased construction services firm with operations across Asia India and Europe. Founded in 1902 it is guided by values of active caring teamwork integrity and commitment with more than 120 years of impact on skylines and the industry.

With over 16000 employees Turner delivers approximately $29 billion in annual construction across 1500 projects specializing in large complex builds and advancing innovation and new technologies. Its work spans healthcare education commercial aviation and infrastructure sectors.

In Canada where it has operated for more than 50 years Turner employs nearly 1000 people and generates close to $1 billion in annual revenue. With over 930 professionals the company plays a key role in the industry while supporting communities through local projects partnerships and volunteer efforts. Turner is committed to quality safety inclusion and building lasting value for the communities it serves.

WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER YOU

At Turner we appreciate the strength that every member brings. As you offer your unique knowledge and help carry our company forward we guarantee to support you in your individual growth journey. This opportunity also offers:

• Access to practical tools and resources including a work phone laptop and safety gear.
• Summer Fridays (early dismissals during the summer months on Fridays where applicable).
• Invitations to participate in company events and activities.
• Hard and soft skills training programs.
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement across a variety of projects roles and business units.
• Mentorship from experienced industry professionals with opportunities to mentor and support the next generation of construction professionals as your career progresses.
• Thorough benefits program including End of Year Premium Pay Healthcare and Dental Coverage Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) matching and much more that start on your first day of employment.
• Annual base salary range for this position may be CA$95000 to CA$120000 depending on experience and fit.

THE CONCRETE ESTIMATOR OPPORTUNITY

Turner Constructions Vancouver office is seeking a full-time Concrete Estimator to join our Self Perform Operations (SPO) team.

Turner Constructions Self Perform Operation (SPO) team enhances the companys ability to self-perform key project tasks providing greater control over quality schedule safety and cost. The team manages work such drywall concrete rough carpentry works demountable partitions and more.

This position is based in the Greater Vancouver area and requires the successful candidate to work on-site at project locations our Vancouver head office or our Burnaby warehouse as required. The role is a full-time position working Monday to Friday 40 hours per week and reports to the Preconstruction Estimator. The Concrete Estimator will prepare detailed estimates for project based on construction drawings and specifications and communicate bids and scopes of work.

As a Concrete Estimator you will:

• Represent Self Perform Operations during planning pursuit and preconstruction as a subject matter expert for assigned trade packages.
• Build strong working relationships with internal stakeholders trade partners suppliers consultants and clients.
• Partner closely with Preconstruction Operations Procurement and Field Leadership to develop estimates that are both competitive and executable.
• Participate in bid strategy meetings and contribute to pricing procurement and pursuit planning discussions.
• Develop conceptual estimates to support early pursuit and planning efforts where design information is limited or not yet available using project requirements historical data benchmarking assumptions and cost modelling.
• Review drawings specifications schedules logistics plans site conditions and project requirements to identify scope risks opportunities and cost impacts.
• Collaborate with Turner project teams throughout preconstruction and tendering to understand project logistics schedule constraints phasing mobilization and demobilization requirements operational requirements and site-specific challenges and incorporate temporary protection hoarding access dust control noise mitigation and other measures that may not be fully defined in the drawings or specifications.
• Prepare detailed estimates by completing quantity takeoffs labour productivity analyses material and equipment pricing and supporting cost studies for assigned scopes.
• Develop and maintain self-perform budgets throughout preconstruction tracking design changes and progressively updating scope quantities and pricing to align with the evolving design intent and support the final GMP or lump-sum tender submission.
• Solicit evaluate and level proposals from subcontractors suppliers manufacturers and service providers including leading scope reviews with them to identify and resolve scope gaps overlaps constructability concerns and coordination issues.
• Support value analysis and cost optimization efforts by identifying solutions that improve project value while maintaining safety quality and schedule requirements.
• Prepare comprehensive and competitive self-perform estimate and submission packages for lumpsum and GMP bids including clearly defined assumptions inclusions exclusions clarifications allowances and alternates.
• Prepare bid comparisons scope analyses and award recommendations based on best value project objectives and risk considerations.
• Lead estimate turnover meetings with SPO and project teams communicating key scope assumptions risks opportunities production rates phasing requirements and procurement strategies to support effective project planning and execution.
• Analyze estimate performance and cost trends by comparing estimates with buyout forecast and final project outcomes.
• Maintain accurate estimate documentation historical cost and pricing data production rates benchmarks market intelligence and estimating tools and templates to support pricing accuracy and continuous improvement.
• Mentor and support junior estimators assistant estimators and interns while promoting estimating best practices.
• Support strategic growth initiatives new market opportunities and process improvements that strengthen Turner SPOs competitive position.
• Other activities duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Is this the right role for you:

• Bachelors degree and a minimum of three years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education training and experience.
• Knowledge of building construction materials systems market conditions and trade practices.
• Ability to read understand and interpret contract documents drawings specifications scopes of work and project schedules.
• Knowledge of estimating best practices with the ability to perform accurate qualitative and quantitative analysis of project information.
• Strong conceptual estimating skills with the ability to understand project and design requirements and develop estimates from limited information.
• Knowledge of estimating tools and templates with the ability to develop or customize them to suit specific project and trade-package requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office particularly Excel with familiarity in Bluebeam and estimating software such as On-Screen Takeoff (OST).
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet established deadlines.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with project teams trade partners suppliers and other stakeholders.
• Reliable transportation and the ability to travel to project sites the Vancouver office and the Burnaby warehouse as required.

HOW TO START YOUR JOURNEY WITH TURNER CONSTRUCTION

Were always looking for talented individuals who align with our positive culture and are passionate about their work. If you believe Turner Construction is the right fit for you click APPLY on this posting and be sure to include your resume and cover letter.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

More Opportunities:

• Community & Citizenship Committee: Come join our C&C Committee to get involved in facilitating and coordinating various community-oriented initiatives and projects that align with the companys values and objectives. This committee brings Turner and the community together by fostering positive relationships and creating a sense of social responsibility among employees.
• Social Committee: Opportunity to get involved with social committee that focuses on organizing and managing social and recreational activities for employees. This committee plays a significant role in enhancing the workplace environment and improves overall employee morale. It creates a positive and engaging workplace atmosphere.
• Growth and Development: Turner provides constant support to their employees by using tools to review employees capabilities accomplishments and progress. These are in place to ensure all team members have constant check-ins feedback sessions and goals settings to ensure they are performing at their best and get the support needed to grow professionally.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to sit use hands to finger handle or feel objects tools or controls; and reach with hands talk and hear. The employee frequently views a computer monitor and frequently uses a computer keyboard. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision peripheral vision depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is occasionally required to be mobile and the employee occasionallytravels both short and long distances via a variety of conveyances. The employee occasionally performs work on-site at construction work sites office locations and/or off-site venues. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds
and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee regularly works in an office setting. The noise in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate in an office setting. While performing the duties of this job the employee may occasionally work at construction work sites where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts high precarious places fumes or airborne particles outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock. The noise in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is required to work in compliance with company safety policies procedures and applicable laws.

Thank you for your interest in Turner Construction! Due to the high volume of applicants we can only respond to shortlisted; however we will keep your information on file for future opportunities.

Turner Construction Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race ancestry place of origin colour ethnic origin citizenship religion sex sexual orientation gender identity gender expression age marital status family status or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodations are available including for applicants with disabilities in the application and recruitment process upon request.