Sales Estimator/Project Manager

Join us as a Sales Estimator / Project Manager!

Apex Specialized Rigging and Moving/Pro-Tech Industrial Movers, part of NorLand Limited, are searching for a new team member to fill the position of Sales Estimator/Project Manager in Abbotsford, BC. The Sales Estimator/Project Manager will be responsible for all aspects of sales and successful project execution. You will build relationships with our customers, and you will provide overall leadership and control of the project, typically from bidding the job and determining scope with the client, through project execution to project closeout. Apex and Pro-Tech projects vary from large industrial installations to small machinery moves. You can see more of what we do at our Apex and Pro-Tech websites.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Build relationships with our customers to generate repeat business and word of mouth advertising.
• Effectively manage projects from pre bid walkthroughs to commissioning and project close out, managing scope and ensuring that any changes to scope are documented and approved. You will be the primary point of contact for our customers.
• Proactively lead, coach, motivate project team members and be accountable for team performance and results.
• Review plans & specifications to help determine scope of work and define project requirements as part of a team effort.
• Work with project stakeholders to develop project estimates and proposals (scope, schedule, cost, team, and execution plan).
• Ensure regular communication and proactive client/customer relationship management.
• Working with the business development team to secure new work contracts for Apex and Pro-Tech.
• Participate in our strategy development and execution of the company strategy.
• Manage onsite trades and subcontractors.
• Participate with engineering design review (design improvements and constructability feedback).

What we are looking for:

• 3+ years of work experience in sales/business development, engineering, construction, heavy-haul transportation, or other related technical field with increasing levels of responsibility and development is preferred
• 3 years’ experience as an Estimator or Project Manager in the Industrial Construction or Heavy-Haul transportation sectors is as asset
• Proficient with MS Office Software (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Estimating and business development experience, combined with an entrepreneurial mindset is an asset
• Ability to work independently and as a team player

Compensation

The role is a permanent, full-time position with a typical salary range of $85,000-120,000 per annum. The starting salary will be based on the successful candidate’s competencies, including but not limited to knowledge, skills, and experience. NorLand offers a comprehensive total rewards package that includes a competitive base salary, extended health and dental plans with premiums fully paid by the company, as well as, paid time off and RRSP matching.

We are committed to your professional development with ample opportunities for growth, skill enhancement, and career advancement.

About Us

NorLand Limited consists of multiple specialized businesses working together as one team towards common goals. Our businesses make Anything. Possible. for over 70 years!

We are a trusted leader in integrated construction — connecting and enriching communities through our innovative approach. Our mission is to build lasting partnerships through unparalleled execution and leveraging our self-perform expertise. We offer a dynamic and supportive environment where your expertise will thrive, and your contributions will make a real difference in our community-focused projects.

We are a values-driven organization. Our values define how we work together, and how we partner with our clients. We invite you to learn more about our values here.

We are All Leaders

We Do What We Say

We are Open and Transparent

We Win Together

Ready to make a difference? Join us as we shape the future of construction with integrity, excellence, and a commitment to making a meaningful impact! You can visit our website to learn more about us.

Thank you for your interest in joining our team. Due to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that values diversity and promotes equity. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including those from underrepresented groups.

Lead Estimator – Commercial Construction

Join us as a Lead Estimator!

Copcan Civil, part of Norland Limited, is searching for an Estimator to join our general contracting team in Parksville, BC. As an Estimator you will have extensive knowledge and experience in residential and commercial building construction, will oversee the estimating process on all projects bid, and will establish standardized procedures, methods and processes for estimating and training.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Lead the estimating team and have overall responsibility for the creation of budgets and estimates.
• Manage and coordinate the people, software and other resources used to perform the estimating function.
• Work with the Manager of our General Contracting Division to oversee department standards for deliverables such as bid packages, deliverable formats, and budget tracking tools.
• Prepare timely and accurate bid estimates through quantity take-offs using estimating software, spreadsheet software, hand calculations, etc.
• Assist with determining which jobs to put through the bid process and which jobs to pass up due to the current circumstances of the company, marketplace, and economic conditions.
• Assigns responsibilities for estimating team on each project.
• Reviews project plans and specifications and coordinates with the team to confirm complete scope.
• Identify risk issues and their order of magnitude.
• Mentor estimators and project coordinators and provide support whenever necessary.
• Prepares instructions to bidders, bid form, and other bid solicitation information.
• Ensures the flow of project information is maintained and documented.

What we’re looking for:

• Minimum 5 years of estimating experience in the residential and commercial construction sector.
• Successful estimating portfolio in residential, commercial and/or institutional projects.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to lead a team of individuals towards a common goal.
• Must possess a strong work ethic and ability to meet deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office with experience in Heavy Bid software an asset.
• Post secondary degree, diploma, and/or equivalent related work experience.

Compensation

The role is a permanent, full-time position with a typical salary range is $100,000 – $130,000 per annum. The starting salary will be based on the successful candidate’s competencies, including but not limited to knowledge, skills, and experience. NorLand offers a comprehensive total rewards package that includes a competitive base salary, extended health and dental plans with premiums fully paid by the company, as well as, paid time off and RRSP matching.

We are committed to your professional development with ample opportunities for growth, skill enhancement, and career advancement.

About Us

NorLand Limited consists of multiple specialized businesses working together as one team towards common goals. Our businesses make Anything. Possible. for over 70 years!

We are a trusted leader in integrated construction — connecting and enriching communities through our innovative approach. Our mission is to build lasting partnerships through unparalleled execution and leveraging our self-perform expertise. We offer a dynamic and supportive environment where your expertise will thrive, and your contributions will make a real difference in our community-focused projects.

We are a values-driven organization. Our values define how we work together, and how we partner with our clients. We invite you to learn more about our values here.

We are All Leaders

We Do What We Say

We are Open and Transparent

We Win Together

Ready to make a difference? Join us as we shape the future of construction with integrity, excellence, and a commitment to making a meaningful impact! You can visit our website to learn more about us.

Thank you for your interest in joining our team. Due to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that values diversity and promotes equity. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including those from underrepresented groups.

Estimator

Join Our Team as an Estimator!

 

Are you ready to make an impact in construction? At BEL Contracting, part of NorLand Limited, we are looking for an Estimator to join our team to produce estimates for a wide range of complex and unique heavy civil infrastructure competitive tenders as well as manage and be responsible for all aspects of construction from start to finish.

 

Duties and Responsibilities:

 

• Review plans & specifications to determine scope of work and to define project requirements
• Develop complete estimates for tender submissions on small, medium and large heavy civil construction projects
• Cultivate and maintain solid, long-term relationships with customers
• Analyze the project and estimate requirements and establish a plan for developing the estimate
• Review scope of work, identify subcontractor packages and secure subcontract tenders for inclusion in the estimate
• Prepare a complete estimate in Hard Dollar including all self-perform items: labour, equipment, materials etc.
• Conduct an estimate risk analysis and present the project execution plan and estimate details via a bid review meeting to the Estimating Manager and General Manager
• Work on joint venture major project pursuits (RFQs and RFPs) in cooperation with partner companies
• Maintain and manage client and stakeholder relationships, and ensure appropriate client communication

 

What we are looking for:

 

• Minimum of 7 years’ experience executing pre-qualifications, estimates, and contract negotiations for small to large heavy civil construction projects in the lower mainland
• Minimum of 7 years’ minimum experience managing all aspects of heavy civil construction from project start to project closeout in the lower mainland
• Experience in the lower mainland an asset
• Eng, EIT, technical diploma or extensive industry experience is an asset Experience in the lower mainland an asset
• Ability to effectively manage new customer development, customer issues, complaints and inquiries whilst providing excellent customer service
• Strong Microsoft Word, Excel, and MS Projects skills, Hard Dollar experience is an asset
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, outstanding time management, prioritization, multitasking, and organizational skills
• Strong work ethic – ability to work in a confidential, fast-paced environment with tight deadlines
• Valid Driver’s License

 

 

Compensation

The role is a permanent, full-time position with a typical salary range of $90,000-130,000 per annum. The starting salary will be based on the successful candidate’s competencies, including but not limited to knowledge, skills, and experience. NorLand offers a comprehensive total rewards package that includes a competitive base salary, bonus, extended health and dental plans with premiums full paid by the company, as well as paid time off and RRSP matching.

 

We are committed to your professional development with ample opportunities for growth, skill enhancement, and career advancement.

About Us

NorLand Limited consists of multiple specialized businesses working together as one team towards common goals. Our businesses make Anything. Possible. for over 65 years!

 

We are a trusted leader in integrated construction — connecting and enriching communities through our innovative approach. Our mission is to build lasting partnerships through unparalleled execution and leveraging our self-perform expertise.   We offer a dynamic and supportive environment where your expertise will thrive, and your contributions will make a real difference in our community-focused projects.

 

We are a values-driven organization. Our values define how we work together, and how we partner with our clients. We invite you to learn more about our values here.

 

We are All Leaders

We Do What We Say

We are Open and Transparent

We Win Together

 

Ready to make a difference? Join us as we shape the future of construction with integrity, excellence, and a commitment to making a meaningful impact! You can visit our website to learn more about us.

 

Thank you for your interest in joining our team. Due to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

 

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that values diversity and promotes equity. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including those from underrepresented groups.

Project Estimator

NorLand Limited consists of many specialized businesses working together as one team towards common goals.  We have the unique ability to undertake complex, multi-faceted public and private sector projects within a single contract.  Our businesses make Anything. Possible!

LNS Services is an industrial construction and maintenance contractor that delivers value-added engineering, project management, and construction services to materials-handling, manufacturing, forestry, and many other industrial and commercial sectors. We primarily install and maintain machinery and related structural steel work for container ports, bulk material terminals and heavy industrial manufacturing plants – primarily within the Vancouver Lower Mainland area.

We are in search of a Project Estimator to join the LNS team.  In this position, you will be responsible for completing full cycle bidding for projects, with support from our Design & Estimating Manager and our experienced site Superintendents, Engineers and Project Managers.   You will evaluate requests for proposals, produce detailed cost estimates and written proposals with schedules for a wide range of complex heavy industrial installation and maintenance projects ranging in value between $50K and $ 10MM – most often for bulk materials handling equipment and associated structures.

 

KEY ACCOUNTABILIITES:

• Provide excellent customer service by putting the customer first, communicating effectively and making LNS Services a pleasure to work with.
• Promote the LNS brand and develop relationships with clients and other contractors to develop future project opportunities. Always demonstrate a high degree of professionalism, skill and motivation.
• Meet with our clients and their engineers to fully understand the objective of each project and which project goals matter most.
• Develop high level work plans with the support of our experienced team to meet or exceed the clients’s schedule, cost and quality goals, while maintaining our competitive advantage to win bids.
• Possess the technical knowledge and experience to develop excellent ‘win solutions’ for the installation, modification and maintenance of heavy industrial machinery and related structural steel work.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review bid documents, engineered design packages, specifications and associated terms and conditions to fully understand the specified scope of work, evaluate project risks and determine if LNS is the right fit for the project.
• Attend on-site meetings to review site conditions and understand the scope of work, quality, safety and environmental requirements.
• Develop innovative project ‘win solutions’ and evaluate internal and external resource and material requirements to complete the work competitively.
• Identify, tender, and evaluate outside services and material packages as required to obtain technical input and costing from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Use our estimating spreadsheets to develop a complete work breakdown structure and produce a detailed estimate of all labour hours, outside services, materials and equipment costs.
• Prepare written proposals to document the project’s scope of work, bidding assumptions and commercial aspects – to allow our project managers to manage risk and scope creep after the project is awarded.
• Lead a bid review with internal stakeholders prior to submitting your proposals to the client.
• Work directly with the client and their Engineers as required to support of the proposal up to award of contract.
• Lead a kick off meeting for our engineers and project managers after award of contract to walk them through the scope of work, proposal and associated cost estimates.
• Evaluate completed project costs to obtain feedback on your estimates, to refine future bids and identify opportunities for improvement.

QULAIFICATIONS:

• Mechanical or Structural Engineering diploma or degree, or Red Seal Millwright combined with extensive progressive experience in a similar role
• 5+ years’ minimum experience with industrial project estimating and contract negotiations for small to large industrial installation projects
• 3+ years’ minimum experience managing most aspects of industrial installation and maintenance projects
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, combined with outstanding time management, analytical, prioritization and organizational skills.
• Proficient knowledge of Excel, Work, MS project and AutoCad is required.

 

The typical starting salary for this position is $100,000. The exact compensation may vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, internal equity, and other criterion.

 

NorLand is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion in our recruitment and hiring practices

Estimator

NorLand Limited consists of multiple specialized businesses working together as one team towards common goals. We have the unique ability to undertake complex, multi-faceted public and private sector projects within a single contract. Our businesses have been making Anything. Possible. for over 65 years!

CDI (Construction Drilling Inc.), a division of NorLand Limited, is a drilling contractor and drill equipment rental company based in Duncan, BC. CDI is looking for a team member to fill the position of Estimator reporting to the Pre-Construction Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to learn and work on a wide range of complex and unique heavy civil infrastructure competitive tenders.

Key Accountabilities:

• Work with the estimating team to access, assess, estimate and submit complete proposals for drilling and foundation scopes
• Access client documents, download to proper locations and keep in organized fashion
• Maintain an accurate compilation of RFP addendums
• Review plans & specifications to determine scope of work and to define project requirements
• Complete quantity takeoffs
• Work with estimating team to establish a plan for developing the estimate
• Secure subcontract and material tenders for inclusion in the estimate
• Identify possible project risks
• Work in collaboration with partners on joint venture major project pursuits (request for qualifications and request for proposals)

 

Qualifications:

• Degree or diploma in engineering or engineering technology (civil or geotechnical), or construction management with 3+ years of experience

• Confident communicator
• Proficient with MS Office Software, with advanced skills in Excel
• AutoCAD skills preferred
• Good work ethic and a willingness to learn

 

Expected salary range: $70K – $80K (dependent on internal parity and candidate’s skill, qualification, and experience relevant to the role)

 

We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion in our recruitment and hiring practices.