Civil Paving Estimator

J-AAR is forging a future as a premier construction leader in Canada rooted in the founding vision of John and Loralee Aarts in 1982 with a commitment to foster an environment where everyone can achieve their fullest potential supported by the belief in others more than they believe in themselves.

We empower our team members to unlock their full potential on collaborative construction projects with transformative results for our customers communities and individuals engaged in all the projects we are involved in.

We are seeking anEstimator / Project Manager - Pavingwho is driven to reach their full potential in the field of construction reporting to theGeneral Superintendent.J-AAR Civil Infrastructure Group a division of J-AAR responsible forheavy civil contracting.

Environment

While supporting a constructionenvironmentyou will be working both on construction sites and within an office are committed tomaintaininga safe and healthy work environment by actively following and promoting all health and safety policies and best will have the ability to work the occasional evenings and weekends. Your support may berequiredoutside of normal work hours. Overtimeisrequiredasneeded to support the successfulcompletion of projects.

How you will make an IMPACT

Estimating & Client Advisory (Primary Focus)

• Preparation of estimates for paving and roadwork projects including municipal roads parking lots resurfacing and related civil works
• Review plans specifications and site conditions for completeness and thorough understanding of the project
• Perform quantity takeoffsutilizingsoftware such as Bluebeam Excel and other estimating tools
• Develop detailed estimates including labour equipment materials subcontractors and production rates
• Identifyrisks and opportunities within tender documents and develop pricing strategies accordingly
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations
• Prepare bid submissions including tender forms proposal letters and supporting documentation
• Attend site visits and pre-tender meetings to assess project conditions constraints and constructability
• Act as a trusted advisor to private clients by clearly explaining project scope paving options risks and life cycle considerations
• Evaluate site conditions and clientobjectivesto recommend the most effective cost-efficient and constructable solutions
• Provide value-engineered options and practical recommendations to clients during the estimating process
• Work closely with clients to understand their needs and help shape project scope and approach
• Build andmaintainstrong working relationships with clients consultants subcontractors and suppliers
• Analyze historical project data to improve accuracy and efficiency of future estimates
• Upon award communicate estimate details assumptions risks and opportunities to the project team
• Demonstratescommitment tomaintainingand promoting a safe healthy and compliant work environment in line with company policies and regulatory standards.

Project Management Support (Secondary / As Required)

• Assistwith project setup including defining scope schedule and initial planning activities
• Coordinate materials subcontractors andassistwith issuing purchase orders
• Assistwith tracking project progress costs and schedules
• Participate in project meetings and support reporting requirements
• Assistwith reviewing and processing invoices and project-related documentation
• Supporttimelyinvoicing and cost tracking activities
• Helpidentifyand resolve issuesimpactingproject performance
• Maintain communication with project stakeholders including field staff clients and suppliers

How youWOW us

• Post-secondary degree/diploma in Civil Engineering Construction Management or related discipline
• Minimum 5 years of experiencein estimating and/or project management within construction (paving experience strongly preferred)
• Demonstrated experience working directly with clients and providing recommendations and solutions
• Experience with estimating software ( Bluebeam) is considered an asset
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent time-management and organizational skills with attention to detail
• Strong communicationand interpersonal skills with the ability to confidently interact with clients
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Solid understanding of paving and civil construction practices and procedures
• Ability to work well independently and within a team environment

How we TAKE CARE of our PEOPLE

• Great teamand work environment
• Highly Competitive Compensation Package
• Career advancement opportunities
• Referral bonuses
• RRSP/DPSP
• A team member focused culture with a commonobjectiveof finding out what we are capable of and reaching our potential
• We Celebrate our Achievements: holiday parties BBQs fishing derby sporting event tickets golf days and so much more!

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Weregrateful for your interest in this opportunity. To ensure a smooth and fair process for all applicants we kindly ask that inquiries besubmittedthrough our website. We will contact those selected for the next step by e-mail.

J-AAR welcomes all applicants and is committed to a diverse workforce. If you require accommodation please contact the People and Culture Department.

This posting is for anewvacancy andartificial intelligence may be usedat one or more stages of our recruitment process (for example to help screen and/or assess applications) to support a fair and consistent review.