Job Description

Senior Estimator

Location Mississauga, ON.

Salary:$110,000-$150,000 (based upon experience)

Reference # 16816683

The Opportunity:

We have partnered with an established Construction Contractor who is seeking to hire a Senior Estimator with Water/Wastewater construction experience for their Mississauga location. With a strong reputation for developing innovative and tailored solutions, this company has a track record of delivering complex projects on time and on budget across the GTA and Ontario.

The Role:

Reporting to the Director of Preconstruction, the Senior Estimator is responsible for the quantification, cost estimation, and bid preparation for all construction projects. The Senior Estimator will work closely with the Project Management Team in the preparation of estimates, project initiation and planning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the preparation of project prequalification and proposals
• Conduct detailed review and analysis of contract documents prior to tender closing
• Identify project risks and opportunities, making risk mitigation recommendations
• Complete quantity take-offs from plans and drawings
• Manage bids and quotes from subcontractors, vendors and suppliers
• Prepare critical path construction schedule
• Lead the Estimating team during tender closings
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure project requirements are accurately reflected in estimates
• Coordinate with the construction team for seamless transition to project execution
• Mentor Junior Estimators

Key Requirements:

• College Diploma or University Degree in Construction or Engineering
• Eight (8) to twelve (12) years of construction estimating experience with a general contractor, ideally in a heavy civil environment
• Possess an understanding of the local market and have an established network of subcontractors and suppliers
• Ability to read and interpret plans, drawings, sketches, schematics and contract specifications
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)

Key Technology Requirements:

• Exceptional knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Experience with On-Screen Takeoff, Bluebeam, Timberline, MS Project, Primavera P6 or other estimating software.

What's In It For You:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Profit Sharing opportunities
• Professional development opportunities
• Matching RRSP program
• Employee Family Assistance Program

What To Do Next:

Click apply if you think this role is for you. If you are a qualified candidate with questions, please reach out to csoules@talentsphere.ca or call me at 416-900-3435 x 728

*Only those selected for the interview process will be contacted*

Key Words Senior Estimator, Construction Estimator, Civil Construction, General Contractor, Quantity Take-Offs, Bids, Tenders, MS Project, MS Office Suite, Primavera P6, Bluebeam