Build a Career Jacob Bros offers a wide range of challenging career opportunities in an exciting and focused work environment.

The work we do benefits and shapes the landscape and economy of British Columbia. We are always on the lookout for hard-working and collaborative people.

Career Opportunities

Jacob Bros is currently expanding and looking for candidates for the following positions.

General Applications – Surrey, BC

Excavator Operator – Victoria, BC

Traffic Control Person (TCP) – Victoria, BC

Skilled Labourer – Victoria, BC

Skilled Labourer – Vancouver, BC

Pipelayer – Victoria, BC

Estimator (Civil) – Surrey, BC

Position Overview

Reporting to the Chief Estimator, the Estimator uses estimating software to perform quantity take offs, cost analysis, sub-trade negotiations, competitive bid management and document control. The Estimator supports full-cycle estimating activities for preparing hard bid, cost plus and design-build estimates.

Responsibilities and Primary Tasks

Prepares complete estimates for projects (full cycle bid process), including analyzing specifications, proposals, and other documentation.
Assists in devising potential bid strategies for competitive tender projects, provides technical input regarding project and contract risks.
Accurately determines scopes of work and conceptual estimates by drawing on experience, reviewing proposal specifications, drawings and attending pre-bid meetings.
Calculates complete takeoff of scopes of work, including material quantity requirements from engineering drawings based on first principles estimating .
Assists in review of final estimate to ensure alignment with project schedule and cost goals.
Assists with design review options and recommends best solution based on cost, engineering quality, or availability of materials.
Identifies risk issues and the order of magnitude.
Demonstrates strong knowledge of local construction materials and techniques.
Recommends new approaches and ideas to drive continuous improvement within the Estimating department.
Related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or combination of relevant experience and education .
One (1) + years estimating experience in the ICI or civil construction industry.
Demonstrates strong understanding of first principles estimating methodology.
Experience preparing estimates for civil construction including earthworks, utilities and structural concrete, and/or all manner of buildings construction including wood frame, steel frame, steel stud, concrete tilt-up, etc.
Knowledge of HCSS Heavy Bid Estimating Software or similar, familiarity with CAD and MS Project Suite.
Demonstrated history of successful bid results in a deadline driven, fast-paced environment.
Legally eligible to work for any employer in Canada.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
Previous estimating experience with a local, mid-tier civil general contractor.

Work Environment

The Estimator works out of the corporate head office and is occasionally required to travel to off-site construction facilities and project sites.

Your Rewards

Competitive compensation packages
Group Medical, Extended Health and Dental Plan
Matched RRSP contribution
Eligibility for Profit Sharing Program
Three weeks vacation
New 50,000 square foot office and maintenance facility in South Surrey with full gym and on-site personal trainer
5 Year Service Award (Trip for two anywhere in North America)
Eligibility for $2000 Referral Bonus Program

About Jacob Bros
At Jacob Bros, our team of talented construction professionals is taking on some the most challenging projects in British Columbia’s construction industry.

We are one of BC’s largest and most respected construction organizations, offering construction services in a variety of markets including heavy civil construction, major public infrastructure, and industrial, commercial, institutional and residential projects.

Jacob Bros has proudly served every major sector of Western Canada’s construction industry since 2008.

Jacob Bros employs over 300 construction professionals, including staff and craft employees.

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Superintendent (Buildings) – Lower Mainland, BC

Position Overview
The Buildings Superintendent leads, directs and coordinates the work of field staff and subcontractors. This site leadership position is responsible for overall Safety, Quality, schedule, cost performance and team development for institutional, commercial, industrial and high-end residential projects.

Responsibilities and Primary Tasks

Provides safety leadership through implementation of the Jacob Bros Safety Program, monitors the safety performance of field staff and subcontractors and collaborates with Project Manager to maintain all safety documentation
Leverages expert knowledge of construction and building techniques to train, supervise and mentor craft personnel
Supervises construction workforce and oversees all on-site construction activities to construct the project effectively, safely and within budget
Develops and maintains open communication with crews, trades, project team and clients to ensure project performance, safety and quality requirements are in compliance
Prepares work plans and scheduling to determine manpower levels, material quantities, and equipment requirements
Monitors and executes the project construction plan; develops and implements job schedules and three week look ahead schedules
Leads effective site meetings with craft, trades, project teams and client
Examines field conditions, corrects inaccuracies and implements cost saving measures
Understands project scope and applies engineering principles to troubleshoot and resolve challenges
Maintains project administration correspondence, complies with all project documentation requirements including field reports, schedule updates, safety inspections, etc.
Develops strong relationships with all project stakeholders
Performs other duties as required

Reporting Relationships
The Buildings Superintendent reports to the Project Manager.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum 7 years of supervisory experience as an ICI Superintendent on institutional, commercial, industrial and high-end residential projects
Three (3) additional years of experience as a Foreman, Lead Hand or Field Engineer preferred
Demonstrated expert understanding of construction industry and business operations, including cost management processes and reports, construction specifications and methods, contract language, and project planning and schedules
Strong knowledge of safety and environmental procedures and legislation
Working knowledge of computers and experience using Microsoft Office Suite or internal project controls software and scheduling software
Ability to work a varied schedule, including night shifts as required
Legally entitled to work for any employer in Canada

Preferred Qualifications

Trade background and/or Gold Seal Certification considered an asset

Work Environment
The Buildings Superintendent works on commercial construction sites, outdoors and in site offices, in varying weather conditions including inclement weather.

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Pipelayer – Lower Mainland, BC

Excavator Operator – Lower Mainland, BC

Sweeper Truck Driver – Lower Mainland, BC

Dump Truck Driver (Class 1) – Abbotsford, BC

Recruitment Fraud.

Jacob Bros has become aware that fraudulent offers of employment have been extended to people residing within and outside of Canada.

Individuals or organizations sending these false employment offers may request personal information or funds to further the recruitment process with Jacob Bros. Please be aware that Jacob Bros will never request money from job seekers, nor request personal information beyond what is required for a resume. All individuals who are successful in gaining an offer of employment from Jacob Bros, are always required to go through a formal recruitment process including an interview with a member of the Jacob Bros recruitment team.

Winning culture.

Many organizations are burdened by cultures that hamper their ability to execute. Jacob Bros has established a culture that is founded on such values as hard work, dedication, attention to detail, innovation, individual accountability, a winning attitude and adaptability.

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Quality people.

We provide long-term commitment, support and training to a skilled and experienced workforce that is second to none in the industry.

We are proud of our people.