FWS Group of Companies is a fully integrated design, engineering, construction, and maintenance services firm. We are advocates of the design-build approach to project development. Whether our clients are looking at greenfield construction or retrofitting an existing facility, we have the in-house expertise to take their project from vision to reality.

To add to this expertise, we are recruiting for a SeniorProject Planner / Estimator for our Winnipeg office location, to join our collaborative and team focused organization.

We have a lot to offer you – profit sharing, RRSPs, benefits, professional training, just to name a few. Find out more about our benefits: FWS Benefits and Support.

As our Senior Project Planner / Estimator, you will work with our sales, engineering, and planning teams during the early stages of the project development.

Position Overview:

• Assist the Project Manager to transfer contract information regarding the contractual, cost, and scope items necessary for the effective completion of the project.
• Preparation of proposal documents, contract documents, Letter of Authorizations
• Assist the Project Manager with finalizing all schedules, prepare purchase orders, and communicate all necessary information to subcontractors. Obtain any necessary insurance, building permits, or bonds.

• Request quotations for projects
• Review and interpret tender packages.

Qualifications Needed:

• Experience in planning specifically in the construction industry.
• Experience sing AutoCAD, Timberline, Microsoft Office, Scheduling, accounting, and estimating software are an asset.
• A clear communicator offering creative solutions while managing tight deadlines and critical project details.
• Basic understanding of construction laws, contracts, insurance, bonding and provincial taxation.
• Education/training in engineering and formal training in Project Management would be an asset.

Want to know more? Apply through our career board. First time applicants will need to complete a profile.  Or send your resume to careers@fwsgroup.com

Hybrid Work Arrangements:

Due to the nature of the business, the FWS Group of Companies (“The Company”) remains committed to nurturing an environment that promotes connectivity, coaching, mentoring, and professional growth and development that only an on-site presence can provide.  That being said, the Company is flexible and open to alternative work arrangements as warranted in appropriate circumstances.  The Company has a robust Flexible Work Arrangement Policy to help ensure that the needs of both the employee and the Company are satisfied. 

About FWS

 We’ve been receiving Best Managed company accolades for years and there’s a reason. Our leadership team, our employees –we ensure collaboration, teamwork, and excellence in everything we do. We’re honest, safe, entrepreneurial, creative and empower our employees. We include a number of diverse group of companies to serve a wide market. Ag-Industrial, Bulk Material Handling, Liquid & Gas Handling, Maintenance – are just a few of our business units.

Find out more about our business units and subsidiaries.

Here are some examples of the projects we’ve completed: https://fwsgroup.com/our-approach/our-successes/ 

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