At Clark Builders, we build Exceptional Experiences! Our remarkable team, made up of individuals with unique talents and perspectives, work together each and every day to deliver exceptional, successful projects and experiences for our clients across Western and Northern Canada through innovation and inspiration. Reporting to the Chief Estimator, the Junior Estimator will be responsible for providing estimating services to support the Project Development and Estimating departments. Field experience is foundational for a career in estimating. The successful candidate will work as a Project Coordinator in our Operations team for /-2 years prior to joining our Estimating team. This will allow you to learn more about Clark Builders as a whole, and to become a more well-rounded Estimator. Refer to the Project Coordinator Duties and Responsibilities below. Following your time in Operations, as a Junior Estimator, you will be responsible for processing, handlining and distribution of various documents, drawings and tender packages as required by the team. The Junior Estimator will become a part of the Estimating team environment and complete estimating essentials to benefit the team as a whole. This may include quantity takeoffs, soliciting trades and suppliers for bid submissions, and updating database pricing. The Junior Estimator will maintain sufficient knowledge of in-house software to be able to operate all Clark Builders software tools. Junior Estimator Duties/Responsibilities: Monitor tender documents and facilitate their distribution to subtrades/suppliers as required. Contribute to maintaining contractors/suppliers’ relations. Assist in maintaining various databases. Prepare accurate and complete estimates. Assist in the preparation of proposals and estimates for final approvals prior to their presentation to potential Clients and at bid closing. Take part in project team meetings. Follow up with invited subtrades/supplier to confirm their intentions to quote. Maintain sub-trade/supplier contact information. Support Estimators with quantity take-offs and other tasks as required. Attend tender openings as required. Junior Estimators will be mentored by the Senior Team. Maintain career progression plan. Attend training courses as required by team leaders. Adhere to Clark Builders’ policies and procedures. Skills & Knowledge: Ability to manage multiple workflows and tasks concurrently. Ability to prioritize workflows. Ability to manage deadlines for completion of assigned tasks. Comfortable working in a team environment. Adapt to changing job requirements and directions from multiple sources. Ability to navigate software packages would be an asset. Knowledge of scheduling basics would be an asset. Ability to perform accurate quantity takeoffs both manually and electronically would be an asset. Communicate professionally through verbal and written methods. Qualifications & Experience: A Post-Secondary Certificate/Degree in Engineering, or the equivalent of a designated Professional Engineer or a Technical School graduate in a Construction-related discipline. If you are expected to complete your post-secondary program later in 2024, you will still be considered. We have a flexible start date for this position and can have the right candidate start once they complete their program. Project Coordinator Duties and Responsibilities: Supporting in project startups with responsibilities including but not limited to, tendering and bid evaluations, subcontract preparation, utilities and site services applications, permit applications, quantity take-offs, assisting in development of the project communication plan, and assisting in managing the project schedule Project execution and document control responsibilities including Request for Information (RFI), Site Instructions (SI), Submittals, Change Requests (CRX), Change Orders (CO) Project closeout responsibilities including assisting with inspections, owner training, managing the O&M Manuals, reviewing, tracking and communicating punch and deficiency lists, removing all insurance, closeout of utilities and site services, and removing temporary facilities Maintain the integrity of the QA/QC plan Facilitate, record and compile meeting minutes; follow up on action items Track productivity and performance of the project Project accounting basics Adhere to Clark Builders’ policies and procedures and aid others in compliance Support and grow ongoing trade partner and client relationships What's in it for you? Competitive salaries, vacation time and four personal days Flexible work arrangements "Summer Fridays" during July and August; all sites and offices close early Performance program, annual salary reviews and bonus opportunities Robust Employee Recognition Program "CLARK STARS" - an assortment of initiatives and rewards designed to highlight and celebrate our people's talent, efforts, and contributions to living Our Purpose Community involvement initiatives through the “Give Back” program, including donation matching, corporate donations and sponsorship, and support of employee volunteering Comprehensive health and benefits plan available from the first day of employment provided by Manulife - i.e. $750 per paramedical annual coverage limits Access to Manulife Vitality Group Benefits A Flexible Spending Account 100% funded by Clark Builders with an annual allocation amount of $500 which employees can allocate into Health Spending, Lifestyle Spending, or both. Ability to select from two benefit plan options (Core or Enhanced) through Manulife Holistic Wellness Benefits Program including six sick days, as well as access to Inkblot Therapy, a virtual mental health platform. Care is provided by highly experienced professionals across Canada through secure video or phone counseling offered at half the cost Employer RRSP matching up to 4% annually (max $4,000) Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP) with 24/7 short term counselling services and wellness services, accessible through Inkblot. No cost to employee, with access by phone, web or mobile app Professional Development program; Clark Builders will pay 50% of approved training at enrollment and remaining balance after completion On-demand courses for Professional Development available on our Clark Builders University and Turner University platforms Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that foster a diverse and inclusive workplace – i.e. Mosaic ERG, Women's ERG, and Indigenous ERG Opportunity to connect with coworkers during events like BBQ's, site lunches, family ski night, etc. Employee Referral Program - earn a cash bonus if the candidate you refer passes 90-day probationary period Apply now for your exceptional career opportunity! All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, colour, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, national or ethnic origin or any other factors prohibited by law. The Clark Builders Group of Companies (CBGOC) is aware of individuals claiming to represent Clark Builders to international job seekers. We have documented false offers of employment and fraudulent interview requests that have been made without the knowledge or approval of the CBGOC. These activities constitute recruitment fraud and the intent is to extract money from applicants in return for the fraudulent interview, employment offer or work visa. For clarification, the CBGOC never contacts job seekers with unsolicited offers. We also never require payment for any reason upon acceptance of an offer of employment, nor do we request personal information from any individual prior to their acceptance of a formal offer of employment. We strongly encourage all individuals to carefully scrutinize all recruitment communication and to not respond to unsolicited job offers. CBGOC asks that individuals report any suspicious or fraudulent activity to the proper authorities. We Build Exceptional Experiences One of the top ten general contractors in Canada and part of the largest construction organization in North America, Clark Builders serves industrial, commercial and institutional market sectors. Through an ownership structure comprised of our employees and our partner, Turner Construction Company, we maintain the culture of a small company with the distinct capabilities of an international firm. Regardless of the size, sector, location or complexity of a project, we will confidently deliver.
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