Senior Construction Estimator

Senior Construction Estimator
Location: Ontario, Canada
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: $65,000 – $85,000 per year (based on experience) + Performance BonusAbout the OpportunityOur client, a well-established construction management firm, is seeking an experienced Construction Estimator to join its growing team.The organization specializes in mid-rise multi-residential developments, including condominium and apartment buildings valued between approximately $10M and $60M. In addition, they deliver a variety of commercial renovation and interior fit-up projects, including office spaces, medical facilities, sales centres, and other commercial developments.This is an excellent opportunity for an estimator who enjoys working on diverse, technically challenging projects in a collaborative and supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates for labour, materials, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
• Review drawings, specifications, contracts, and tender documents to determine project requirements.
• Perform accurate quantity take-offs and cost analyses.
• Prepare competitive bids, proposals, and budgets for:
  • Stipulated Price projects
  • Design-Build projects
  • Construction Management projects
• Solicit, review, and negotiate subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Issue purchase orders and ensure subcontractor pricing aligns with contract requirements.
• Develop and maintain databases for labour, material, and unit pricing.
• Assist with cost monitoring, project budgeting, and reporting throughout the construction process.
• Analyze tender submissions and provide recommendations on award strategies.
• Conduct site visits as required to support estimating activities.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, architects, owners, consultants, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Identify opportunities for value engineering and cost optimization while maintaining project quality.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience estimating full-cycle construction projects.
• Strong experience with multi-residential and/or commercial construction projects.
• Thorough understanding of CCDC contracts and tendering procedures.
• Experience preparing trade-specific scopes of work.
• Strong ability to interpret architectural, structural, civil, and MEP drawings and specifications.
• Experience reviewing technical reports such as geotechnical and engineering reports.
• Proven ability to evaluate design alternatives and recommend cost-saving solutions.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Strong negotiation skills with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Proficiency with estimating software and Microsoft Office applications.

Why Join This Team?This organization offers a collaborative workplace where employees are trusted, supported, and encouraged to contribute ideas. You'll work on interesting and complex projects that provide opportunities to expand your technical expertise while making a meaningful impact.The company values professionalism, integrity, teamwork, and continuous improvement, while maintaining a positive, respectful, and enjoyable work environment.
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