Civil Senior Estimator

Skyline Recruitment Ltd; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary ($130K–$170K)

Long-term career growth opportunities

Leadership role on high-profile projects

Job summary

A leading civil contractor in BC is seeking a Senior Estimator to lead the estimating function on major civil construction projects. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of estimating experience, a strong understanding of contracts, and proficiency in tools like Bluebeam and AutoCAD. Offering a competitive salary range of $130K–$170K based on experience, this role provides an opportunity for leadership on high-profile projects while enabling long-term career growth. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply directly or contact for more information.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7+ years of estimating and cost control experience in heavy civil construction.
• Strong understanding of contractual agreements and risk assessment.
• Experience with bidding unit price projects is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead the estimating function on large civil construction projects.
• Analyze RFPs, RFQs, and SOQs to assess project requirements.
• Conduct estimate risk analyses and present execution strategies.

Skills

Estimating and cost control

Contractual agreements knowledge

Leadership skills

Analytical mindset

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Bluebeam

AutoCAD

InEight

HCSS

B2W

Job description

Skyline Recruitment is partnering with a leading civil contractor in British Columbia to hire a Senior Estimator.

Our client is a respected, multi-division construction group delivering large, complex infrastructure projects across BC. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced estimating professional looking to lead major pursuits and play a key role in strategic project delivery.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the estimating function on large, complex civil construction projects
• Analyze RFPs, RFQs, and SOQs to assess project requirements and risks
• Manage proposal work plans to develop competitive and compliant bids
• Support business development and pursuit strategy initiatives
• Coordinate with owners, designers, JV/alliance partners, and internal teams
• Review alternative technical solutions, value engineering options, and project schedules to optimize proposals
• Attend and lead pursuit meetings, client meetings, and pre-bid conferences
• Conduct estimate risk analyses and present execution strategies during bid reviews
• Act as Estimate Lead on joint venture pursuits
• Assist with contract negotiations through detailed cost breakdowns
• Oversee the transition and handover of successful estimates to project management teams
• Prepare cost reports, expenditure statements, and forecasts

Requirements:

• Minimum 7+ years of estimating and cost control experience in heavy civil construction
• Strong understanding of contractual agreements and risk assessment
• Experience bidding unit price, design-build, or PPP projects considered an asset
• Solid knowledge of utility civil works, earthworks, and surface roadworks on large-scale projects
• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or Construction Management preferred
• Proficiency with Bluebeam, AutoCAD, InEight, HCSS, or B2W strongly desired
• Creative, solutions-focused mindset with strong leadership capabilities

What’s Offered:

• Competitive base salary ($130K–$170K depending on experience)
• Long-term career growth opportunities
• Leadership role on high-profile civil infrastructure projects

If you are a motivated Civil Project Manager looking for your next opportunity in BC, we’d welcome a confidential conversation.

Apply directly or contact Skyline Recruitment for more information.