Chief Estimator
Location: GTA
Compensation $180,000-$200,000 (based on experience)
Reference # 16817623
THE OPPORTUNITY:
Shape the Pursuits that build major infrastructure - We're partnering with an established heavy civil contractor delivering large, technically complex infrastructure projects across Ontario. With a strong pipeline of transportation, rail, and civil infrastructure work, they're looking for an experienced Chief Estimator to lead their estimating function and play a key role in business growth.
This is more than a leadership position—it's an opportunity to influence project selection, mentor a high-performing estimating team, and work alongside executive leadership on some of the province's most challenging infrastructure pursuits
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:
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Developing bid strategies that balance competitiveness with risk management.
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Leading the preparation and review of detailed estimates for large civil infrastructure projects.
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Providing oversight of labour, equipment, material, subcontractor, and indirect cost estimates.
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Working closely with operations, engineering, commercial, procurement, and project controls to develop winning pursuit strategies.
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Evaluating design alternatives and recommending the most practical and cost-effective construction solutions.
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Reviewing subcontractor and supplier pricing while strengthening key industry relationships.
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Supporting change management, cost forecasting, value engineering, and post-bid reviews.
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Maintaining and enhancing historical cost databases and estimating best practices.
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Driving continuous improvement within estimating systems, processes, and reporting.
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Coaching, mentoring, and developing a team of estimators while fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture.
WHAT YOU BRING:
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10+ years of estimating experience within heavy civil construction.
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Experience delivering estimates for large infrastructure, transportation, rail, or complex civil projects.
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A strong understanding of construction methodologies, productivity, costing, procurement, and risk management.
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Experience leading estimating teams and developing high-performing professionals.
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The ability to communicate confidently with executives, operations teams, consultants, and subcontractors.
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Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
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Proficiency with industry-standard estimating software and Microsoft Office.
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A degree or diploma in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
WHY THIS OPPORTUNITY:
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Lead the estimating strategy for complex, high-value infrastructure projects.
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Influence major bid decisions from pursuit planning through submission.
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Work alongside senior operations, engineering, commercial, procurement, and executive leadership.
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Join a company with a strong backlog of secured work and an aggressive growth strategy.
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Build and develop a talented estimating team while helping shape the future direction of the business.
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Expand your portfolio with projects that involve significant technical, financial, and operational complexity.
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 [email protected] or call me at 416-900-3435 x 728
*Only those selected for the interview process will be contacted*
