Construction Estimator

Kibbi; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Kibbi is looking for a procurement and estimating professional in Winnipeg to drive accurate cost planning and timely procurement across design to project execution. You will prepare quantity takeoffs, cost breakdowns, and oversee bid coordination with contractors and suppliers.

Responsibilities include reviewing design documents, supporting estimates, negotiating with vendors, and tracking long-lead items, with collaboration across our project team.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction estimating and purchasing
• Strong negotiation skills with understanding of cost controls and contracts
• Proficient in reading drawings, specs, codes and contracts
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 including Excel; tools like Bluebeam, Autodesk Construction Cloud
• Knowledge of Manitoba Construction Trade Definitions and MasterFormat
• Attention to detail and teamwork
• Diploma or degree in related fields as listed

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs and cost breakdowns for materials, labour, and equipment
• Support development of construction estimates based on design documents
• Coordinate trade RFBs & RFPs and review bid responses
• Participate in design-assist and value engineering discussions
• Contribute to subcontractor and supplier scope reviews to help level bids
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and lead times with vendors and subcontractors
• Track vendor pricing, delivery timelines, and long-lead item requirements
• Maintain organized cost history and procurement logs
• Assist in procurement planning for capital repairs or upgrades in our portfolio

Skills

Quantity takeoffs

Cost breakdowns

Construction estimating

Purchasing

Negotiation

Contract management

Interpreting drawings

Excel

Bluebeam

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Education

Engineering/Construction Management degree

Tools

Excel

Bluebeam

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Job description

This position is grounded in real-world construction—you’ll be involved in estimating, bid analysis, procurement coordination, and contractor/vendor engagement from early design through project execution. You will work closely with and be supported by our existing team members. We’re looking for someone exceptional who understands how accurate cost planning and timely procurement directly support project delivery.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs and cost breakdowns for materials, labour, and equipment


• Support development of construction estimates based on design documents


• Coordinate trade RFBs & RFPs and help review, compare, and organize bid responses


• Participate in design-assist and value engineering discussions


• Contribute to subcontractor and supplier scope reviews to help level bids


• Negotiate pricing, terms, and lead times with vendors and subcontractors


• Track vendor pricing, delivery timelines, and long-lead item requirements


• Maintain organized cost history, unit pricing records, and procurement logs


• Assist in procurement planning for capital repairs or upgrades within our property management portfolio

What We’re Looking For

• Critical thinker, ability to identify solutions to issues before they become problems


• Displayed experience in construction estimating and/or purchasing roles


• Strong negotiation skills with understanding of contract management and cost controls


• Proficiency interpreting construction drawings, specs, codes and contracts


• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 including Excel; experience using Bluebeam, Autodesk Construction Cloud, or equivalent tools is required


• Familiarity with MasterFormat trade work divisions and Manitoba Construction Trade Definitions


• Strong attention to detail, clear communicator, and effective team collaborator


• Diploma or Degree in related fields such as Engineering, Building Sciences, Construction Management, and/or Engineering Technology


• Growth based mindset with desire to learn and be better everyday