Chief Estimator - Infrastructure

Graham; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Graham, a leading construction solutions partner, is seeking a Chief Estimator to oversee large projects and transit estimating teams. The role involves bidding, budgeting, and mentoring while ensuring project success and financial results. Candidates should have extensive experience and a strong leadership background in estimating for major projects.

Qualifications

• 20+ years of combined field and estimating experience.
• At least 5 years in a senior estimating role with a medium-to-large general contractor.
• Successful track record in leading projects over $100 million.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for bidding and pre-construction estimating.
• Complete project scope of work reviews.
• Manage, train, and mentor other estimators.

Skills

Leadership

Estimating

Budgeting

Risk Mitigation

Constructability

Education

University degree (BA/BSc)

Certifications like Gold Seal, LEED, MRICS, CIQS

Job description

Graham is an employee-owned construction solutions partner that services the buildings, industrial, infrastructure, water, and project finance sectors. We deliver lasting value for our clients through meticulous planning and scheduling, while upholding rigorous safety and quality standards. With offices throughout North America, our passionate and knowledgeable teams deliver projects that enable communities to thrive and people to live, work, move, and grow in a rapidly changing world. With over nine decades of experience, Graham has the resources, capacity, and expertise to undertake projects of every scope, scale, and complexity. Join our team to deliver a better tomorrow.

We are seeking top-tier talent to join our Infrastructure division and build innovative projects in the transit and transportation sectors, such as roads, highways/freeways, bridges, interchanges, LRTs, BRTs, and airports. As a member of this collaborative team, you can expect a safe, diverse, and inclusive environment, along with ongoing learning and career development opportunities.

About The Role:

The Chief Estimator reports directly to the Ontario Pre-Construction Director and will have an in-depth knowledge of conceptual estimating, budgeting, tendering, proposal submission, and construction methodology. The Chief Estimator will oversee large projects and transit estimating teams while being mentored by the Director to further develop leadership skills and pursuit strategies.

As a Chief Estimator at Graham, you will:

1. Be responsible for bidding and pre-construction estimating, as well as the financial results, in partnership with the Director.
2. Complete project scope of work reviews to ensure estimates are complete, including technical specifications, subcontractor scopes, and general condition items.
3. Identify and develop constructability requirements for high-level budgeting and project estimates.
4. Propose and approve project risk mitigation, cost savings, and opportunities.
5. Develop bid strategies, constructability requirements, and innovations to enhance bidding success.
6. Prepare and coordinate estimates as needed.
7. Track analytics related to project estimating pursuits.
8. Manage, train, and mentor other estimators, overseeing profit/loss performance.
9. Provide leadership, coaching, and mentoring in planning, organizing, and supervising estimating personnel.
10. Build effective relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders, reflecting Graham’s core values and brand image.

Qualifications and Experience:

1. University degree (BA/BSc) or equivalent, with advanced understanding of complex concepts; certifications like Gold Seal, LEED, MRICS, or CIQS are assets.
2. 20+ years of combined field and estimating experience, with at least 5 years in a senior estimating role with a medium-to-large general contractor.
3. Leadership experience related to ICI projects.
4. Successful track record in leading projects over $100 million and managing estimating teams.
5. Proficiency in design-build, IPD, and construction management is an asset.

If this sounds like you, then Graham may be the right fit. Apply today.

Graham is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

We welcome and encourage applications from individuals with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the application process. For more information, see our AODA Compliance Policy and Multi-Year Accessibility Plan.

No unsolicited resumes or inquiries from agencies, thank you.

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