Civil Estimator / Project Manager

David Aplin Recruiting; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Dental Benefits

RRSP Matching

3-4 weeks vacation

Bonus Scheme

Job summary

David Aplin Recruiting is representing a well-established Canadian construction and engineering contractor seeking an experienced Civil Estimator/PM to join their team in the Vancouver area. You will review tender documents, prepare detailed takeoffs and cost estimates, and help ensure bids are competitive.

After award, you will manage project execution, cost control, scheduling, procurement, change management, and closeout, coordinating with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal

Qualifications

• Third-level qualification in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 3-5 years’ experience in Civil Construction estimating/project management.
• Strong experience with estimating software and MS Office.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review tender documents, drawings, specifications, and geotechnical reports to determine project scope and requirements.
• Prepare detailed quantity take-offs and cost estimates for civil construction scopes, including excavation, grading, utilities, labour, materials, and equipment.
• Prepare competitive bids, pricing breakdowns, bid summaries, and tender submissions.
• Obtain and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations while identifying scope gaps, risks, and value engineering opportunities.
• Support pre-construction activities, including site visits, pre-bid meetings, budgeting, estimate revisions, and cost tracking.
• Manage civil construction projects from award through to completion and closeout.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, execution plans, cost forecasts, and financial reporting.
• Lead procurement and subcontractor management, including negotiations, awards, purchase orders, and subcontract agreements.
• Manage change orders, progress claims, invoicing, documentation, quality, safety, and contractual requirements.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, Superintendents, and internal teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and successfully.

Skills

Civil construction estimation

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

Estimating software

MS Office

Job description

About Our Client
Our client is a well-established Canadian construction and engineering contractor with a strong reputation for delivering complex infrastructure and building projects across Western Canada. With a long-standing track record in the industry, the company provides a collaborative, safety-focused environment and works on a diverse range of high-profile projects.

About the Opportunity
You will be working closely with the Civil Superintendent, clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget. You will be responsible for preparing estimates for civil construction projects including excavation, grading, site servicing, underground utilities, and installation of water, storm, and sanitary mains. Following the project being awarded, your role will involve managing project execution, including cost control, scheduling, procurement, subcontractor coordination, change management, and project closeout.

About the Position

• Review tender documents, drawings, specifications, and geotechnical reports to determine project scope and requirements.
• Prepare detailed quantity take-offs and cost estimates for civil construction scopes, including excavation, grading, utilities, labour, materials, and equipment.
• Prepare competitive bids, pricing breakdowns, bid summaries, and tender submissions.
• Obtain and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations while identifying scope gaps, risks, and value engineering opportunities.
• Support pre-construction activities, including site visits, pre-bid meetings, budgeting, estimate revisions, and cost tracking.
• Manage civil construction projects from award through to completion and closeout.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, execution plans, cost forecasts, and financial reporting.
• Lead procurement and subcontractor management, including negotiations, awards, purchase orders, and subcontract agreements.
• Manage change orders, progress claims, invoicing, documentation, quality, safety, and contractual requirements.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, Superintendents, and internal teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and successfully.

Requirements

• Third-level qualification in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 3-5 years’ experience in Civil Construction estimating/project management
• Strong experience with estimating software and MS Office.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Compensation

• Salary: $100,000 – $140,000 DOE
• Bonus Scheme
• Health & Dental Benefits
• RRSP Matching
• 3-4 weeks’ vacation

This job is available to candidates inRichmond, Delta, Vancouver, Burnaby, Surrey, Langley, New Westminster, Coquitlam, and North Vancouver.

At Aplin — together with our brands CompuStaff, Impact Recruitment, and Vantix Systems — we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers.Accommodation is available upon request throughout all stages of the recruitment process.