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$130,000 - $170,000 / year
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Senior Estimator – Civil Construction
Vancouver, British Columbia
$130,000 – $170,000 + Benefits
Skyline Recruitment is partnering with a leading civil contractor in British Columbia to hire a Senior Estimator.
Our client is a respected, multi-division construction group delivering large, complex infrastructure projects across BC. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced estimating professional looking to lead major pursuits and play a key role in strategic project delivery.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the estimating function on large, complex civil construction projects
- Analyze RFPs, RFQs, and SOQs to assess project requirements and risks
- Manage proposal work plans to develop competitive and compliant bids
- Support business development and pursuit strategy initiatives
- Coordinate with owners, designers, JV/alliance partners, and internal teams
- Review alternative technical solutions, value engineering options, and project schedules to optimize proposals
- Attend and lead pursuit meetings, client meetings, and pre-bid conferences
- Conduct estimate risk analyses and present execution strategies during bid reviews
- Act as Estimate Lead on joint venture pursuits
- Assist with contract negotiations through detailed cost breakdowns
- Oversee the transition and handover of successful estimates to project management teams
- Prepare cost reports, expenditure statements, and forecasts
Requirements:
- Minimum 7+ years of estimating and cost control experience in heavy civil construction
- Strong understanding of contractual agreements and risk assessment
- Experience bidding unit price, design-build, or PPP projects considered an asset
- Solid knowledge of utility civil works, earthworks, and surface roadworks on large-scale projects
- Diploma or bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or Construction Management preferred
- Proficiency with Bluebeam, AutoCAD, InEight, HCSS, or B2W strongly desired
- Creative, solutions-focused mindset with strong leadership capabilities
What's Offered:
- Competitive base salary ($130K–$170K depending on experience)
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Long-term career growth opportunities
- Leadership role on high-profile civil infrastructure projects
If you are a motivated Civil Project Manager looking for your next opportunity in BC, we'd welcome a confidential conversation.
Apply directly or contact Skyline Recruitment for more information.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The position offers a base salary of $130,000–$170,000 per year, plus a comprehensive benefits package.
You would lead the estimating function on large, complex civil projects, analyze RFPs/RFQs/SOQs, manage proposal work plans, coordinate with stakeholders, review technical options, lead pursuit and bid meetings, conduct risk analyses, and oversee handover to project management.
A minimum of 7+ years of estimating and cost control experience in heavy civil construction is required.
Proficiency with Bluebeam, AutoCAD, InEight, HCSS, or B2W is strongly desired.
This role is based in Vancouver, BC, and is a full-time on-site position with a leading civil contractor.
The position offers long-term career growth opportunities and a leadership role on high-profile civil infrastructure projects, along with a comprehensive benefits package.
A diploma or bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or Construction Management is preferred.
