Preconstruction
Drive estimating strategies to meet project targets for performance, schedule, and profitability.
Collaborate with management and preconstruction teams to pursue new market opportunities and develop budget, cost plans, and value engineering solutions.
Build and maintain relationships with clients, suppliers, and key stakeholders, including public and government partners.
Lead preparation of estimating deliverables, oversee contract partnering and project initiation, and maintain KPI tracking.
Participate in project scheduling, procurement planning, resource forecasting, and risk assessment.
Ensure project constructability, manage budgets throughout design, and supervise tendering and award of subtrade contracts.
Resolve cost, productivity, and delivery issues early, providing reliable project data and supporting the project manager with WBS development.
Construction
Monitor and track forecasted labour, materials and equipment.
Participate in monthly project Work in Progress (WIP) update and meeting.
Assists with the development of project strategy that secures the project.
Meets or exceeds the projects required performance and scheduled profitability targets.
Post-Construction
Participate in project close out report and conduct lessons learned.
Participate in reconciliation of contract value.
Conduct variance reports to track validity of Estimates and actual productivity.
Employee and Talent Management
Develop the assigned project team members with the help of the division/branch management team, including the acquisition of new talent, continuous positive and constructive feedback and the assessment of non-performing employees.
Conduct career progress check-ins as required by company policy.
A Degree in quantity surveying, engineering, or related field preferred.
PQS, CET, or P. Eng designation (eligible or attained) is an asset.
10-15 years of estimating experience on large commercial, high-rise, civil, or institutional projects ($50M+), using varied delivery methods.
Proven ability to manage complex, large-scale projects with significant scope and risk.
Proficiency with estimating software (In Eight, On-screen Takeoff considered an asset) as well as strong analytical/math skills.
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills; able to collaborate well with teams and stakeholders.
Demonstrated integrity, urgency, accuracy, and a commitment to quality in a dynamic environment.
Leadership that models resilience, accountability, and transparency, inspiring hands-on team engagement.
The greatest achievements in history are borne from the greatness within people – where human potential meets vision, and passion fuels evolution. Unlocking this potential is the most important thing we do at Bird.
As a leader in Canadian construction for over 100 years, the impact of our team is etched deeply within the core of our legacy. Beyond Bird, this impact is felt in the fundamental aspects of our everyday lives. From the critical infrastructure we depend on, to the energy and resources that keep us moving - we are powering our communities and shaping Canada’s skylines coast-to-coast-to-coast. Entrenched in the foundation of a culture built more than a century ago is an enduring quest to reimagine what is possible. Our impact is greater than ever, and we are looking for those who seek to redefine their story.
A healthy and safe work environment is non-negotiable. We build a culture of operational and psychological safety through engagement, learning and leadership.
We speak and act with integrity, clarity and care so people can trust our word and our work. Being honest means we can deliver the best outcomes and consistent results.
Success is a team effort. Our inclusive workplace enables our combined expertise, humility and creativity to unlock our greater potential.
We built our name on quality. We have a passion for excellence in our work and relationships that honours our businesses and our industry.
Rooted in a solid foundation, we adapt and grow to face the future. We are committed to elevating each other to chart the best path forward in an evolving world.
At Bird, we value Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) and believe it is essential to our success. We will continue to listen, learn, and take action in our commitment to building progress in our organization, and the industry as a whole. Cultivating an environment where all employees feel included, seen, and have a sense of belonging is core to Bird’s culture. We commit to proactively employing a workforce that reflects the communities in which we work, fostering an environment of continuous learning, and never compromising on our values.