Project Manager / Estimator

Helical Pile Solutions Ltd. is seeking a Project Manager / Estimator to join our team based out of the Nisku area, working on various projects throughout Alberta. You must have good safety awareness, good communication & competent decision-making skills, and a desire to perform requested duties with a focus on safety and appropriate precautions. HPS offers competitive wages and a comprehensive benefit package.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with estimating/projects team, operations team and all levels of management
• Work closely with clients, engineers, and industry contacts
• Have good knowledge of industry standard installation practices and able to select appropriate equipment, crews, suppliers, and Subcontractors
• Responsible for the estimation, execution to closeout
• Work with finance team to develop project budgets, to ensure project profitability is tracked and achieved
• Read blueprints for take off’s, read and understand specifications
• Work closely with field crews and operations
• Able to create and maintain project schedules
• Review and negotiate change orders
• Understand and manage construction contracts
• Estimate, manage and oversee several projects at once
• Plan and give adequate notice to operations for mobilization of equipment, tools, crews
• Travel to project sites for RFP kickoff, site meeting/visits
• Works closely with HPS Safety team for estimates and execution of projects

Qualifications

• Completion of post-secondary education with a diploma or degree related to Construction Management, Estimating, Engineering, Red Seal Journeyperson certificate or related education/ experience
• 3+ years of related estimating experience
• 5+ years of piling industry experience
• Knowledge of current piling construction practices, techniques, and equipment
• Understand and can interpret construction documents, drawings and contracts
• Strong computer background including experience with MS Office, Bluebeam, Primavera P6, and related software
• Ability to work in a team environment and willing to promote teamwork by motivating, coaching and guiding others

• Extended Healthcare Plan (Medical, Disability, Dental & Vision)
• Group RRSP
• Group Life - AD&D - Critical Illness Insurance
• Training & Development
• Employee Assistance Program - Counseling