Quantity Surveyor/Estimator

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Job description

KERN BSG Management Ltd. is a contracting firm with a full in-house mechanical services team located in Burnaby, BC, operating throughout the lower mainland. We have been in business for 21 years and are proud of the family atmosphere. We work in the commercial and industrial sector.

We are currently looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor/ Estimator to join our team.

SCOPE

The Quantity Surveyor/Estimator reports to the Project Managers and is responsible for providing estimating and cost manage services.

Providing these services in an effective and efficient manner will ensure that the projects are completed within its projected budget.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review architectural plans and prepare quantity needs

• Estimate quantity and costs of materials

• Prepare contracts and documents

• Set budgets for payments, inventory needs, and materials

• Analyze costs for maintenance and additional building needs

• Track changes in plans or constructions; update budgets

• Negotiate with contractors and subcontractors

• Hire and document contractors and subcontractors

• Act as a liaison between clients and site managers/engineers

• Keep track of construction materials and inventory

• Identify potential financial or construction risks

• Advise clients on improvements, strategies, and/or estimated costs

• Prepare payments for contractors and subcontractors

• Document progress, materials, and reports on project

• Advise on property taxes, regulations, and local laws

• Source maintenance costs and facilities management for clients

• Develop and maintain working relationships with contractors and subcontractors

• Utilize software to calculate, record, and track inventory and estimates

• Analyze completed projects to determine ROI and compare costs

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge:

• Bachelor’s degree in quantity surveying, construction engineering, management, or related field

• Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy and confidentiality concerning financial information

• In-depth understanding of construction, materials, pricing, and industry

Skills:

• Excellent interpersonal skills

• Team building skills

• Able to analyze problems and strategize for better solutions

• Decision making skills

• Effective verbal and listening communication skills

• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy

• Very effective organizational skills

• Effective written communications skills

• Computer skills including the ability to operate spreadsheet and word processing programs, and e-mail at a highly proficient level

• Strong aptitude for numbers, spreadsheets, and financial reports

• Experienced at compiling and following strict budgets; strong estimating and financial analysis skills

• Stress management skills

• Time managements skills

• Personal Attributes

• Be honest and trustworthy

• Be respectful

• Be flexible

• Demonstrate sound work ethics

Personal Attributes:

• Be honest and trustworthy

• Be respectful

• Be flexible

• Demonstrate sound work ethics

WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Demands:

The Quantity Surveyor/Estimator will spend long hours sitting and using office equipment and computers, which can cause muscle strain.

Environmental Conditions:

The incumbent is located in a busy, open area office. The Quantity Surveyor/Estimator is faced with constant interruptions and must meet with others on a regular basis.

Sensory Demands:

The incumbent must spend long hours in intense concentration. The incumbent must also spend long hours on the computer entering financial information which requires attention to detail and high levels of accuracy.

Mental Demands:

There are a number of deadlines associated with this position, which may cause significant stress. The incumbent must also deal with a wide variety of people on various issues.

What We Offer:

• Salary dependent on experience

• Extended Health, MSP, Dental and Vision benefits

• 3-Week holidays to start

• 2-week statutory holiday pay

• 5 sick days

• Vehicle allowance and gas card

• Company phone and laptop

Check out our website at www.kernbsg.com to learn more about our Company.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $70,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

• Bonus pay

Benefits:

• Company events

• Dental care

• Disability insurance

• Extended health care

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

• RRSP match

• Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

• Day shift

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Burnaby, BC V5J 5K4: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Work Location: In person