About this role
BUILD YOUR CAREER AT BLACK & MCDONALDBlack & McDonald is an integrated, multi?trade service provider that safely delivers high-quality construction, facilities management, and technical solutions. We are a family-owned and family-run company that employs thousands of highly skilled and talented professionals across North America. With over 100 years of diverse market experience, we are a forward?thinking organization with a strong track record of delivering operational excellence and customer-focused solutions that stand the test of time.ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITYReporting to the Regional Vice President, Maritimes, this role will work closely with an established team of approximately 8-10 estimators to help prioritize opportunities, coordinate bid activity, and bring together complete, competitive, and commercially sound submissions.
- This is an opportunity for an experienced construction estimating professional who understands how complex bids come together and is ready to take on broader leadership responsibility within a well-established national organization.
- Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: Manage a team of Estimators; assigning responsibilities and providing oversight, guidance, mentorship and coaching while generating continuous improvement amongst the teamOversee and/or prepare estimates of probable costs of materials, labour and equipment for projects based on contract documents, quotations, drawings and specificationsOversee price packages with suppliers, subcontractors, owners, designers and architects regarding tenders as requiredAssess risk on estimates and their order of magnitude to consistently formulate tender costsOverall functionality of the department to ensure efficiency and effectivenessDevelop and maintain resource information on products, vendors, subcontractors, government requirements, etc.Develop and manage data/metrics to improve and support a successful estimating processMaintain and grow relationships with clients, consultants and subcontractorsActively participates in industry, client and community relations to enhance company imageKEY RESPONSIBILITIESLead and coordinate the work of approximately 8-10 estimatorsSupport the review and prioritization of tender opportunitiesCoordinate estimating inputs and bring together complete bid submissionsReview key elements including labour, materials, suppliers, scope, proposals, bid bonds, contractual requirements, project risk, and delivery timelinesWork closely with the estimating team to ensure bids are complete, accurate, competitive, and commercially soundPartner with Operations and regional leadership to support project handover and executionHelp strengthen estimating processes, communication, workflow, and consistency across the departmentBuild collaborative relationships with internal teams, suppliers, subcontractors, consultants, and industry partnersEDUCATION & SKILL REQUIREMENTSDegree in either construction or business management or engineering (Electrical, Mechanical or Civil), or; diploma in trade engineering technology, or; combined equivalent in-trade experience and office experiencePMP designation, Gold Seal Certification, Construction safety certifications and/or MBA would be considered an asset.
- Experience managing teamsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsStrong leadership and team management abilitiesProblem-solving and decision-making skillsWORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTSMinimum of 5-10 years' experience in estimatingSKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTSIn-depth knowledge of estimating platforms such as Accubid, Autobid, bid2win or ExcelConstruction scheduling, planning, and executionUnderstanding of construction documentsBusiness operations processesOrganization and time managementPlease be advised that a Criminal Background Check and Professional Reference Check will be required as part of our employment screening and selection process.
- Additionally, all applicants must be legally entit