Job Description

Company Description

We exist to build a better world.


Our vision is to emerge as Canada's premier technical builder, distinguished by our relentless pursuit of

innovation

,

collaboration

, and

sustainability

in all that we do. Our three missions guide our daily work and help us achieve our purpose and vision. And the way we behave as we work towards these ambitious goals is to embrace and champion inclusion, collaboration, innovation, and courage.


We are

100 per cent employee-owned

, and our success is driven by our employee owners. We prioritize people, purpose, and performance in all that we do. Every employee has a financial stake in the company's performance. When the company thrives, you benefit directly. When everyone is invested--literally--it builds a community of accountability, pride and mutual support.


We look for team members who are

gritty

,

accountable

, and

driven

-- with a

mindset rooted in initiative and purpose

, you think like an

entrepreneur

and build strong, trusting relationships through clear communication and thoughtful dialogue, even in challenging conversations.

What We Offer

True safety-first culture and coast-to-coast award-winning projects

Employee-ownership model

--share in our success and vote on our direction Competitive salary + bonus potential Employer-paid benefits (health, HCSA after one-year, dental, vision) + RRSP matching Educational assistance and leadership development program

Take the reins as

Chief Estimator

and own our bid strategy for mid-to-large commercial, institutional and light industrial projects across

Ottawa

.


You'll lead a high performing team with strategic acumen, relentless drive and a keen eye on where we can make a difference, crafting winning proposals, mentoring tomorrow's leaders and ensuring we pursue only the right work to maintain our competitive edge.

Why This Role Matters

Your leadership will directly impact our ability to win strategic projects that shape our growth. By optimizing bid strategy and elevating our estimating team's performance, you'll ensure we maintain a sustainable edge in a competitive marketplace.

What You'll Own

Plan, coordinate and direct all estimating functions--guarantee accuracy, completeness and profitability of every bid Develop estimates, preliminary schedules and bid proposals that align with client needs and target returns Lead subcontractor and major-vendor selection, negotiation and contract finalization Participate in pre-bid strategy and presentation meetings to ensure consistency and clarity Mentor, coach and develop your estimating team--build their technical skills, confidence and career paths Hand over successful tenders to operations with clear risk/opportunity analyses Track and report key estimating metrics; continuously refine processes for greater speed and precision

Qualifications

Non-negotiable

requirements:

10+ years in commercial or light industrial construction estimating, with 5+ years on complex, multi-million-dollar bids

Experience in hard bids

and building detailed cost estimates at various stages (Class D, B, Tender levels).

Proven estimating experience within a general contractor (not third-party or self-performing developer)

Established, long-standing network of Ottawa industry contacts--your connections in development, design and trade are key to this role

Strategic thinker and insatiably curious--driven to identify the next big opportunity and grow market share Natural leader and mentor--your teams and peers view you as their go-to authority Exceptional communicator and negotiator--confident in client presentations and internal stakeholder alignment

Additional Information

We are hiring for this position now.


Salary range: Total compensation (including benefits/bonuses) for role is expected to be $200,000 or more


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