Estimating Coordinator
Subsidiary: Miller Paving Limited
Location: Markham
About Us:
The Miller Group, a subsidiary of Colas Canada, is a Canadian leader in the construction and highway maintenance of transportation infrastructure since 1917.
We provide exceptional customer service and operational support using our time-proven construction methods and innovative technologies, alongside the highest quality products and materials.
We leverage our global network to foster positive relationships that make a lasting difference in the communities where we live and work. Whether it is making your commute more efficient, keeping our communities safe, or making remote areas more accessible, at Miller we are proud to Build Greatness in everything we do.
Minimum Qualifications:
• 3+ years of relevant estimating maintenance/construction industry experience
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office Suite
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience with estimating software e.g. HeavyBid an asset
• Post secondary education in contract management and/or engineering
• Advanced knowledge of MTO contracts
• Familiarity with roadway maintenance
Day in the life:
Step into the exciting world of Highway maintenance tendering, where you as an estimator are armed with a strategic mind and a competitive spirit! You will fearlessly navigate MTO contracts and decipher project plans to build projects per specifications. With a keen eye for detail, you will perform accurate take-offs, prepare detailed estimates from first principals, utilize cost history as a bench mark when required, while using your estimating software expertise.
You will be required to solicit quotations,, and engage in negotiations with suppliers and subcontractors. You will also be attending pre-bid, post-bid and post-award meetings as well as assist with smooth project transition from pursuit to execution when successful.
Keeping in close contact with the project managers, you will assist with change orders and maintain excellent relationships with clients, subcontractors, and the public, You will not be limited to being just a numbers’ expert, you're also an expert in ensuring contract compliance and government regulations are met.
This role is for you if you enjoy:
• Reading and interpreting contracts
• Analyzing data and working with numbers
• Collaborating with other team members in turning the project vision into a reality
Culture:
At Miller, we want every employee to feel connected, where creativity and innovation thrive, and your contributions make a real impact. Our supportive and inclusive atmosphere encourages open communication, ensuring every team member feels heard and valued. With a commitment to flexibility, opportunities for professional development, and a shared passion for excellence, we are more than just colleagues – we are a community dedicated to Building Greatness together.
If you are seeking a workplace that values employees, challenges you to reach new heights, and celebrates your achievements, Miller is the place for you. Build your career with us!
Miller is proud to provide this unique career opportunity, we offer continuous learning, opportunity for growth, and a competitive compensation package. At our core; we are our people. We succeed because we respect our people and invest in their development, safety and well-being. Miller is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that diversity and inclusion are key attributes to building greatness. Miller’s core values of Integrity and Community welcomes everyone, at work and in the community, and our value of Accountability, means that we own our actions, our decisions and our results. As a Miller employee, this will ultimately be your commitment to our inclusive culture.
We will contact candidates selected for an interview. Accommodation for applications with disabilities will be made during the recruitment process when requested.
