Job Description

Senior Estimator - Building & Municipal Construction Location: Ontario Sector: Building, Heavy Civil, and Municipal Infrastructure The Role We are seeking a Senior Estimator to join our construction team. In this role, you will lead the development of detailed cost estimates for a wide range of building and municipal infrastructure projects. Your responsibilities will span the planning, budgeting, and preconstruction phases, including vendor procurement, bid submissions, and contract execution. This position requires a strategic thinker with deep technical expertise in estimating for heavy civil, environmental remediation, roadworks, floats, bridges, and underground utilities. Key Responsibilities o Develop and manage major construction cost estimates for public and private sector projects. o Prepare and coordinate quantity take-offs, technical proposals, and bid documentation using tools like HeavyBid. o Oversee pre-qualification and pre-bid submissions, ensuring timely and accurate delivery. o Analyze construction drawings, specifications, and related documents to identify scope, risks, and value opportunities. o Collaborate with project teams to establish work hours, sequence of operations, material procurement plans, and vendor selection. o Conduct site visits, attend project meetings, and contribute to bid delivery efforts when required. o Evaluate and negotiate pricing with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure cost

Monitor and update management and stakeholders on bid progress and strategy. o Develop contingency plans and perform risk assessments tied to cost, scheduling, and resource availability. o Maintain current knowledge of estimating best practices, technologies, and market trends. o Promote compliance with company safety programs and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. Qualifications o Bachelor's degree in Civil or Architectural Engineering or a related field. o 8+ years of estimating experience, with a focus on heavy civil and municipal construction. o Proven track record working on infrastructure projects ranging from $10M to $400M. o Strong background in earthworks, roads, bridges, underground utilities, and building construction. o Proficient in estimating software such as HCSS HeavyBid, Paydirt, and advanced Excel.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $56,182.28-$162,881.43 per year

Work Location: In person