Commercial Estimator

Kibbi; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Kibbi is seeking an experienced Commercial Estimator to join our team in Vaughan, Canada. The successful candidate will own bids from initial estimation through to project completion, focusing on commercial construction projects and collaborating with project management and operations to ensure accurate costings.

The role involves reviewing drawings and tender documents, performing quantity takeoffs, obtaining subcontractor pricing, and identifying risks and potential cost impacts while

Qualifications

• Experience bidding commercial construction projects (CAD 100K–CAD 5M) and taking ownership of bids.
• Experience working for a smaller commercial general contractor.
• Strong attention to detail, organization and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare competitive estimates and bids for commercial construction projects.
• Review drawings, specifications, scopes of work and tender documents.
• Complete quantity takeoffs and pricing for projects ranging from CAD 100K–CAD 5M.
• Obtain and evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing.
• Identify project risks, exclusions and potential cost impacts.
• Work closely with project management and operations teams.
• Adapt to changing priorities, project requirements and deadlines.
• Maintain accurate estimating records and documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organization

Communication

Independent yet collaborative

Job description

Commercial Estimator

We are currently seeking an experienced Commercial Estimator to join an established commercial general contractor. The ideal candidate will come from a smaller commercial GC environment and be comfortable taking ownership of projects from initial bid through to completion.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare competitive estimates and bids for commercial construction projects.
• Review drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and tender documents.
• Complete quantity takeoffs and pricing for projects ranging from $100K–$5M.
• Obtain and evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing.
• Identify project risks, exclusions, and potential cost impacts.
• Work closely with project management and operations teams.
• Adapt to changing priorities, project requirements, and deadlines.
• Maintain accurate estimating records and documentation.

Qualifications:

• Experience working for a smaller commercial general contractor is required.
• Proven experience bidding commercial construction projects ranging from $100K–$5M.
• Strong understanding of commercial construction processes, pricing, and subcontractor scopes.
• Highly adaptable with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a team.