Manager, Estimating and Purchasing – Residential Construction

Job title: Manager, Estimating and Purchasing – Residential Construction

Company: Minto

Job description: Job Description:Manager, PurchasingCalgary, AlbertaBuild your future at Minto!At Minto, our mission to build thriving communities starts with our first community – our employees. We are proud to have been named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies in 2024, a testament to our nearly 70-year legacy and dedication to providing an exceptional employee experience.We believe that great employees like you are essential to our continued success, and we invite you to join us on our mission. At Minto, we welcome change, celebrate new ideas, and provide you with the resources, professional training, and diverse opportunities to grow your career.Your offer will include:

• Competitive salary
• Annual bonus + benefits effective 1st day + RRSP matching plan + 3 weeks’ vacation
• Benefits including parental leave, unlimited physiotherapy, telemedicine and so much more
• Tuition reimbursement plans and professional development courses
• Employee recognition platform – Be rewarded by your colleagues for your contributions!
• Flexible summer hours
• Many exciting career opportunities

In this role, you will:

• Assist in compiling and coordinating drawings and specifications in accordance with the tender documents;
• Prepare, monitor and update construction budgets;
• Prepare and review construction cost estimates from the initial design stage to the final working drawings;
• Prepare and manage tender packages which include scopes of work and tender documentation for the trades;
• Prepare the tender analysis based on submitted tenders from the Trades;
• Meet with the Trade contractors and as part of the contract award procedure; review scope of work, prepare minutes and letter of intent;
• Prepare, review, and edit contract documents;
• Manage all aspects of Purchases Change Requests (PCR);
• Prepare Purchaser’s change order based on reviewed Purchases Change Requests (PCR);
• Review and monitor external cost consultant and construction management reports;
• Conduct feasibility and value engineering studies;
• Review drawings and specifications and provides feedback concerning costs and practicality;
• Provide input on cash flow projections and life cycle costs when required;
• Other duties within the job’s scope, spirit, and purpose, as requested by management.

We would like you to have:Education: Post-Secondary Education either a University Degree (Civil Engineering, Architectural or Engineering degree or related discipline) or a College Diploma (Construction Management, Civil Engineering Technologist or related discipline).Experience: A minimum of three to 5-7 years of relevant work experience in construction management as an Estimator/Purchaser.Specialized Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), Outlook
• On Screen Takeoff computer programming is an asset
• Communication skills (listening, verbal and written)
• Strategic Thinking
• Attention to detail
• Organizational skills
• Team player
• Creative skills
• Proven analytical

Our future is better together. Apply now and join us!Minto is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live, including those with disabilities. Should you require accommodation or support in any aspect of our recruitment and selection process, we will work with you to meet your needs.#TAS3

Expected salary:

Location: Calgary, AB

Job date: Sat, 24 Aug 2024 23:36:02 GMT

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