Estimator

Job Description:

The Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate, competitive, and complete cost estimates for construction projects. This role manages the full estimating lifecycle for assigned scopes or projects, including quantity take-offs, subcontractor pricing, bid coordination, and cost analysis.
The Estimator works closely with Senior Estimators, Project Managers, and Preconstruction leadership to develop budgets, identify risks, and support successful project delivery from pursuit through handoff.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare detailed quantity take-offs and cost estimates for labour, materials, and equipment across all project stages
• Develop and maintain unit pricing, productivity rates, and cost databases to support accurate and competitive estimating
• Analyze drawings, specifications, and tender documents to fully understand scope, identify risks, and incorporate contingencies
• Manage the end-to-end bid process, including document coordination, addenda integration, bid closing, and final submission preparation
• Ensure all bid inclusions, exclusions, assumptions, RFIs, and clarifications are clearly documented and reflected in pricing
• Solicit, evaluate, and negotiate subcontractor and supplier quotations; prepare detailed scope comparison analyses
• Collaborate with internal teams during preconstruction to align estimates with execution strategy, including value engineering and design development input
• Support project handoff and continuous improvement by contributing to scope clarification, budget alignment, and post-project lessons learned

Required Knowledge & Experience:

• Diploma or degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architectural Technology, or a related field

• 3–5 years of estimating experience within a general contracting environment

• Experience with commercial, industrial, or institutional projects

• Strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

• Experience with estimating and take-off software

• Familiarity with project management platforms (e.g., Fieldwire) is an asset

• Understanding of construction methods, contracts (e.g., CCDC), and trade practices

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail

• Effective communication and negotiation abilities

• Strong organizational and time management skills

• Ability to manage multiple estimates in a deadline-driven environment

• Proactive, team-oriented, and accountable mindset

Compensation: $80,000–$110,000 a year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company car/Vehicle Allowance 
• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Discounted or free food
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care
• Wellness program