BUILD YOUR CAREER AT BLACK & MCDONALD

Black & 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 OPPORTUNITY

Black & McDonald’s Ottawa team is growing! If you are an analytical and collaborative professional searching for the opportunity to build a solid foundation for your career, this position is for you. The Estimator is located in Ottawa, Ontario and reports directly to the Operations Manager.

Estimators analyze costs and prepare work take-offs and estimates. The successful candidate will provide support to project operations with emphasis on estimating, reporting and monitoring progress and handling project changes.

Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Prepare estimates of cost of materials, labour and equipment for construction projects based on contract drawings/specifications, quotations, schematic drawings and specifications.
Coordinates price packages with suppliers, subcontractors, owners, designers and architects regarding tenders.
Participates in site review, tender review, tender hand-off, project closing and operational/sector meetings with various stakeholders – ie. senior estimator, operational staff, and purchasing – as required.
Prepare and maintain a directory of suppliers, contractors and subcontractors.
Liaise, consult and communicate with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors, and prepare economic feasibility studies on changes and adjustments to cost estimates.
Conduct material and equipment purchasing for secured jobs.
Update and maintain estimating database.

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

Change Orientation
Communicates Effectively
Continuous Learning
Customer Focus
Holds Self and Others Accountable
Problem Solving and Innovation
Teamwork and Collaboration

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Post-secondary education in Engineering or Business/Commerce

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

1-3 years’ experience in the construction industry

SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Project)

Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.