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Civil Estimator/ Project Manager

Richmond, British Columbia, Canada · On-site

$90k–$140k/yr

Mid level

POSITION SUMMARY: Being part of the Company's Civil Division, the Civil Estimator / Project Manager is responsible for preparing accurate and competitive estimates for civil construction projects, including excavation, g…

Skills: Civil Estimating, Project Management, Quantity Take-offs, Cost Control, Scheduling

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Civil Estimator/ Project Manager

Wales McLelland Construction

Richmond, British Columbia, Canada • On-site

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  • $90k–$140k/yr
  • Full-time
  • bachelor degree
  • Posted 11d ago
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

Responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates and tender submissions for civil construction projects. Following award, the role manages project execution, including scheduling, procurement, and financial performance to ensure delivery within budget and quality standards.

Requirements

Requires 3-5 years of experience in civil construction estimating and project management, preferably with a degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management. Must be proficient in reading construction drawings and managing underground utility installations.

Full job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Being part of the Company's Civil Division, the Civil Estimator / Project Manager is responsible for preparing accurate and competitive estimates for civil construction projects, including excavation, grading, site servicing, underground utilities, and installations of water, storm, and sanitary mains, as well as other civil scopes related to industrial, commercial, and institutional developments. Following the project award, this role is responsible for managing project execution, including cost control, scheduling, procurement, subcontractor coordination, change management, and project closeout.

The role works closely with the Civil Superintendent, clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to Company quality standards. This role supports successful project planning and execution for both internal Wales McLelland projects, municipal projects and external civil clients.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Estimating & Tendering

  • Review and analyze tender documents, drawings, specifications, and geotechnical reports to determine project scope and requirements
  • Prepare quantity take-offs and pricing for excavation, grading, underground utilities, storm, sanitary and watermain systems, labour, materials, equipment, and subcontracted work
  • Prepare cost estimates, bid summaries, pricing breakdowns, and tender submissions
  • Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations
  • Identify scope gaps, project risks, and value engineering opportunities
  • Monitor procurement platforms and other sources for tender opportunities

Project Planning & Pre-Construction Support

  • Participate in pre-bid meetings, site visits, and post-bid reviews
  • Support project budgeting, change pricing, cost tracking, and estimate revisions
  • Maintain estimating files, historical cost data, and unit pricing databases

Project Management & Execution

  • Manage assigned civil construction projects from award through closeout
  • Develop and maintain project schedules, execution plans, budgets, and cost forecasts
  • Monitor project financial performance, productivity, risks, and opportunities
  • Lead procurement activities, including subcontractor and supplier negotiations, awards, purchase orders, and subcontract agreements
  • Manage change orders, progress claims, invoicing, and project reporting
  • Ensure compliance with Company health and safety requirements, contract obligations, and quality standards
  • Coordinate project activities with the Civil Superintendent, clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and regulatory authorities
  • Attend project meetings and site visits as required
  • Maintain project documentation and coordinate project closeout, including turnover and warranty documentation

Coordination & Relationships

  • Build and maintain positive working relationships with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, consultants, and internal teams
  • Collaborate with the Civil Division to ensure estimates and project execution reflect current market conditions, construction methods, and productivity standards

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Post-secondary education in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Civil Technology, or a related field is preferred
  • Minimum 3-5 years of experience in civil construction estimating, project management, or related civil construction experience
  • Experience in estimating excavation, backfill, grading, underground utilities, storm, sanitary and watermain systems, site servicing, and civil site development projects preferred
  • Experience in preparing estimates for municipal civil projects and public tenders is considered an asset
  • Strong knowledge of civil construction methods, underground utility installation, municipal servicing requirements, construction sequencing, equipment, and productivity factors
  • Experience managing civil construction projects, including budgeting, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, procurement, and change management
  • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents
  • Experience with estimating software and the Microsoft Office Suite
  • Strong organizational, analytical, and time management skills
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple bids, projects, and deadlines simultaneously
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Please note that we can only accept candidates who are eligible to work in Canada.

No Recruiting Agency phone calls, please

Related keywords

Civil ConstructionExcavationGradingUnderground UtilitiesStorm WaterSanitary SystemsWatermain InstallationsSite ServicingMunicipal ProjectsPublic TendersGeotechnical ReportsValue EngineeringProject CloseoutCost ForecastingContract ObligationsCivil Technology

About Wales McLelland Construction

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Serving the market since 1971, Wales McLelland is the leader in commercial and industrial construction. #wmconstruction

Industry
Construction
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
1971
Headquarters
Richmond, British Columbia
LinkedIn followers
8,547

Wales McLelland Construction has been operating in Vancouver for 50 years with professional expertise in General Contracting, Design-Build, Construction Management, sustainable and LEED™ building, tilt-up construction, and pre-design planning and consulting services. Strong client relationships have been the key to our success, and we believe that it is only through maintaining a high level of concern for all the elements of our business that we can exceed expectations, as well as ensure we honour our commitment to, and reinforce trust with, our valued clients. As a result, we have excelled as a design-build specialist, and have been able to diversify our construction methods and disciplines to better serve our client’s needs. This approach has enabled us to complete projects in a broad range of industrial and commercial building categories, not only in Vancouver, but throughout British Columbia, and across Canada. Wales McLelland is a privately held company with Doug Scott (President), Tony Vigini (Vice President, Development) and Kevin Armon (Vice President, Construction) all as shareholders. Senior personnel include James Sanderson (Chief Financial Officer), Darren Sauer (Director, Development), Ash Kumar (Director, Operations), Christina House (HR Manager), Janis Lawrence (OH&S Manager), Dave Iurman (Chief Estimator), Kyle Scott (General Superintendent) and Nick Wong (Field Manager). Our Senior Management Team collectively has over 100 years of construction experience in the industrial, commercial and residential markets. Internally, we have forty-plus full-time office staff and seventy-plus field staff to support and administer every project and ensure its successful on-time delivery.

Offices: 6211 Fraserwood Place, Richmond, British Columbia V6W 1J2, CA

Commercial ConstructionIndustrial ConstructionConstruction ManagementLEED Certified ConstructionDesign Buildand General Contracting
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About Wales McLelland Construction

LinkedInVisit site

Serving the market since 1971, Wales McLelland is the leader in commercial and industrial construction. #wmconstruction

Industry
Construction
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
1971
Headquarters
Richmond, British Columbia
LinkedIn followers
8,547

Wales McLelland Construction has been operating in Vancouver for 50 years with professional expertise in General Contracting, Design-Build, Construction Management, sustainable and LEED™ building, tilt-up construction, and pre-design planning and consulting services. Strong client relationships have been the key to our success, and we believe that it is only through maintaining a high level of concern for all the elements of our business that we can exceed expectations, as well as ensure we honour our commitment to, and reinforce trust with, our valued clients. As a result, we have excelled as a design-build specialist, and have been able to diversify our construction methods and disciplines to better serve our client’s needs. This approach has enabled us to complete projects in a broad range of industrial and commercial building categories, not only in Vancouver, but throughout British Columbia, and across Canada. Wales McLelland is a privately held company with Doug Scott (President), Tony Vigini (Vice President, Development) and Kevin Armon (Vice President, Construction) all as shareholders. Senior personnel include James Sanderson (Chief Financial Officer), Darren Sauer (Director, Development), Ash Kumar (Director, Operations), Christina House (HR Manager), Janis Lawrence (OH&S Manager), Dave Iurman (Chief Estimator), Kyle Scott (General Superintendent) and Nick Wong (Field Manager). Our Senior Management Team collectively has over 100 years of construction experience in the industrial, commercial and residential markets. Internally, we have forty-plus full-time office staff and seventy-plus field staff to support and administer every project and ensure its successful on-time delivery.

Offices: 6211 Fraserwood Place, Richmond, British Columbia V6W 1J2, CA

Commercial ConstructionIndustrial ConstructionConstruction ManagementLEED Certified ConstructionDesign Buildand General Contracting
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