Responsibility
OFFICE DUTIES
- Assist Estimating Team
- Participate in the development of various types of estimates from conceptual estimates for proposals and early conceptual studies, to detailed estimates for projects.
- Review tender documents to determine scope of work and perform quantity take-offs.
- Assist in the maintenance of files of working documents as back-up for estimate figures, including current information on prices from suppliers.
FIELD DUTIES
- Participate in the management of construction work programs and ensure accuracy and adherence to, plans, designs and specifications of the project.
- Prepare progress reports and risk assessments.
- Assist in managing procurement and logistics of projects, including the contracts, variations, direct labour, plant and equipment.
- Identify and advise the Project Manager promptly of conditions, which may affect the project scope or the client’s interests.
- Provide input into design processes and/or construction methods.
- Review and comment on changes in specifications and plans, work techniques and materials.
- Verify that all completed work conforms with applicable codes and project specifications, drawings and standards.
- Field management duties as assigned by the Project Manager.
- Strong commitment to Health, Safety & the Environment.
Requirements
- Civil Engineering Graduation (up to 24 months of graduation).
- Interested in pursuing a career in heavy and/or marine construction.
- Experience with heavy civil and/or marine construction projects (considered an asset).
- Knowledge of cost control, estimating and planning techniques.
- Use of computer software: AutoCAD, MS Project and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong English communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Drivers license and access to a vehicle is an asset.