Commercial Estimator – Parksville

Our client is currently seeking a Commercial Estimator to join their team in Parksville, BC.

About Our Client
Our client is a leading Western Canadian construction firm with over 70 years of experience delivering complex infrastructure and heavy civil projects across B.C. and Alberta. Their expertise spans excavation, deep foundations, shoring, demolition, and industrial site prep - often self-performing on high-risk, technically demanding scopes.

About The Position

• Oversee department standards for deliverables such as bid packages, deliverable formats, and budget tracking tools.
• Prepare timely and accurate bid estimates through quantity take-offs using estimating software, spreadsheet software, hand calculations, etc.
• Assist with determining which jobs to put through the bid process and which jobs to pass up due to the current circumstances of the company, marketplace, and economic conditions.
• Assigns responsibilities for estimating team on each project.
• Reviews project plans and specifications and coordinates with the team to confirm complete scope.
• Identify risk issues and their order of magnitude.
• Prepares instructions to bidders, bid form, and other bid solicitation information.
• Ensures the flow of project information is maintained and documented.

The Requirements
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• 5+ years of estimating experience.
• Successful estimating portfolio
• Must possess a strong work ethic and ability to meet deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office with experience in Heavy Bid software an asset.
• Post secondary degree, diploma, and/or equivalent related work experience.
• Valid BC driver’s license

Compensation
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• Salary: $110,000 - $130,000 DOE
• RRSP Matching
• Relocation Assistance
• Fully paid premiums.

HOW TO APPLY
Please apply directly to this posting with the most recent version of your resume. If you would like to speak with us regarding this position, please contact Ronan Treacy at: +1 236-455-0527 or email rtreacy@impactrecruitment.ca. To learn more about our open positions, visit us at impactrecruitment.ca.

David Aplin & Associates Inc., operating as Aplin, and its associated brands, CompuStaff and Impact Recruitment, is an award-winning employment agency connecting diverse, top-tier talent with exceptional organizations across North America. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and charge no fees to apply or engage with our recruiters. Our clients partner with us to help expand and diversify their teams. Please note that all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any necessary work permits.