Construction Estimator

SiteTalent; Maple Ridge; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health, dental and vision

RRSP matching

Wellness program

Paid vacation

Job summary

Client in Lower Mainland, Canada, is seeking an experienced Construction Estimator to lead the estimating team, turning drawings into accurate, competitive numbers from takeoff through award. You will own bids, present risks to management, and hand off awarded projects to operations with clear scope.

The role requires 5+ years in civil construction estimating, strong plan interpretation, and a valid driver’s license. Benefits include health, dental, vision, RRSP matching, and vacation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of civil construction estimating experience.
• Strong grasp of construction drawings, specs, and contracts.
• Diploma or degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or related field.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Review plans, specifications, and tender documents to build accurate quantity takeoffs, including electronic earthworks modeling.
• Solicit and secure supplier and subcontractor quotes.
• Lead site visits and pre-bid meetings, and liaise directly with clients, owners, and engineers to nail down scope.
• Prepare cost estimates and pricing strategy (lump sum and unit rate), and present key risks and pricing to management before submission.
• Prepare and submit tender packages, proposals, and change orders.
• Hand off awarded projects to the operations team with clear documentation and scope input.
• Maintain a directory of suppliers and subcontractors, and keep developing professionally in the role.

Skills

Civil construction estimating

Takeoff & pricing

Plan review

Client communication

Drivers license

Education

Diploma or degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying

Tools

HCSS HeavyBid

Carlson Software

Job description

Our client is a well-established civil contractor in the Lower Mainland, known for their work in earthworks, underground utilities, road building, and site servicing across commercial, industrial, and municipal projects. They're looking for an experienced Construction Estimator to take a lead role on their estimating team, owning bids from takeoff through to award. Reporting to the Chief Estimator, you'll be the person who turns a set of drawings into an accurate, competitive number, and who sees that number through to a signed contract.

Responsibilities:

• Review plans, specifications, and tender documents to build accurate quantity takeoffs, including electronic earthworks modeling
• Solicit and secure supplier and subcontractor quotes
• Lead site visits and pre-bid meetings, and liaise directly with clients, owners, and engineers to nail down scope
• Prepare cost estimates and pricing strategy (lump sum and unit rate), and present key risks and pricing to management before submission
• Prepare and submit tender packages, proposals, and change orders
• Hand off awarded projects to the operations team with clear documentation and scope input
• Maintain a directory of suppliers and subcontractors, and keep developing professionally in the role

What You'll Need:

• Diploma or degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or related field (an equivalent mix of education and hands-on estimating experience will also be considered)
• 5+ years of civil construction estimating experience
• Strong grasp of construction drawings, specs, and contracts
• Great communication and organizational skills, comfortable managing multiple deadlines
• Valid driver's license

Nice to Have:

• Progress toward a professional designation (AScT, CTech, PQS, or similar)
• Experience with HCSS HeavyBid or Carlson Software
• Field experience in civil construction, design, drafting, inspection, or survey

What We Can Offer You:

• $110,000 to $130,000 per year, based on experience
• Full-time, permanent role
• Extended health, dental, and vision benefits (after 3 months)
• RRSP matching and a wellness program
• Paid vacation and a genuinely supportive, team-first culture

Please note: Due to the high volume of applications, we will only contact candidates who are fully qualified for this role. If we do not contact you, please feel free to apply to other roles now or in the future.