Full job description

• With a strong legacy dating back to 1958, our client is a recognized leader in the design and manufacturing of architectural and structural precast concrete solutions. Operating from state-of-the-art facilities located in Brampton and Woodstock, the company serves a wide range of construction sectors across Ontario.

  Job Summary

  • This position is responsible for leading the Estimating team. As a working manager, the Estimating Manager will assist in the preparation of estimates, gathering and evaluating proposals, reviewing drawings, specifications, and other related documents. The Estimating Manager will compute costs by analyzing labor, materials, and timeline requirements. The position is located at the Brampton Office and supports operations in both Brampton and Woodstock.

  • As the Estimating Manager, the ideal candidate requires a leadership style that encourages results-driven, task-oriented collaboration. They must have high attention to detail, a sense of urgency, and the ability to make decisions and adjust quickly to changing conditions through practical and efficient methods. In general, this is a position where guidelines, structure, and established procedures must be followed closely.

  Responsibilities

  • Ensure quality and accurate bids per contract and Company requirements, on time and on budget.

  • Meet deadlines for project completion with a focus on creating solutions that optimize production and efficiency.

  • Maintain estimating procedures, models, scope, and proposal templates.

  • Prepare and review bid documents for submission.

  • Prepare materials, take-offs, and estimates.

  • Utilize software to manage data and facilitate effective retrieval of information.

  • Assist project management by preparing estimates for change notices.

  • Manage and lead direct reports through coaching and development opportunities.

  • Maintain professional relationships with subcontractors and vendors in the market area with a focus on exceptional customer satisfaction, quality, safety, and value-added services.

  • Communicate and collaborate effectively with the team, Sales, Operations, Engineering, Field, Purchasing, and Finance.

  • Other duties as assigned

  Technical Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or college diploma within Engineering / Engineering Technology, or a similar field

  • Experience in the construction/concrete industry would be an asset.

  • 5+ years of estimating experience

  • Previous experience leading a team

  • Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, and civil shop drawings

  • Ability to read and interpret technical specifications, divisions 3, divisions 0, and 1

  • Familiarity with OBC, NBC, and CSA standards

  • Precast prestressed concrete experience is a valued asset.

  • Experience with BIM software is an asset.

  Business Requirements

  • Strong technical writing skills

  • Technologically inclined; experience with software, data, and reporting

  • Proficiency in the Microsoft suite of products

  • Exceptional time management and organizational skills

  • Desire to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, and customer-focused environment