Estimating Manager, Residential Construction - Permanent

LRO Staffing; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Huggett is partnering with a respected Ottawa home builder to identify an Estimating & Procurement Manager. You will lead estimating and purchasing teams, shaping costing, procurement strategies, and contract administration for residential projects.

The role emphasizes process improvements, team development, and strong vendor relationships within a growth‑minded family‑owned organization. Ottawa-based, CAD salary range applies.

Qualifications

• 7-10+ years in residential construction estimating, purchasing, procurement, contracts, or cost management
• Experience with production or volume home builders preferred
• Experience leading Estimating/Purchasing teams
• Strong understanding of residential construction costs, scopes, tenders, and contracts
• Proven ability to manage subcontractor relationships and competitive bids
• Solid budgeting, cost review, and savings identification skills
• Experience with NewStar Enterprise or comparable systems; BuilderMT or Bid Manager is a plus
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities
• Post-secondary education in Construction Management, Engineering Technology, or Business preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor Estimating and Purchasing teams with clear accountability
• Oversee all residential estimating activities including base-home costing, upgrades, and pricing
• Manage tendering and procurement from bid packages to awards and subcontractor agreements
• Develop relationships with subcontractors and suppliers for competitive pricing and quality
• Collaborate with Construction, Sales, Design, and Accounting to align estimates and requirements
• Oversee purchase orders, budgets, pricing updates, and cost variances
• Manage estimating/procurement data in NewStar and related systems
• Identify opportunities to improve estimating procedures, purchasing processes, and cost controls
• Support Director of Operations on pricing strategies and procurement decisions
• Drive team development and process improvements for business growth

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Financial acumen

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Construction/Engineering/Business degree

Tools

NewStar Enterprise

BuilderMT

Bid Manager

Job description

Estimating Manager, Residential Construction - Permanent - 19550

About the Opportunity

Parker Huggett is working with a well-established and highly respected Ottawa home builder to identify an experienced Estimating & Procurement Manager to join their growing team. With over 50 years of experience building quality homes and communities across the Ottawa region, our client has earned a strong reputation for craftsmanship, customer satisfaction, and long-term success. Backed by the stability of a larger family-owned group of companies, they offer an excellent environment for construction professionals looking to make a meaningful impact and build a lasting career. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced residential construction professional who enjoys the challenge of leading teams, improving processes, building strong trade relationships, and playing a key role in the financial and operational success of a homebuilding business. As the Estimating & Procurement Manager, you will oversee the estimating, purchasing, tendering, procurement, and contract administration functions for the company's residential construction operations. Working closely with the Director of Operations, you will lead the Estimating and Purchasing teams, ensuring accurate project costing, competitive trade pricing, effective procurement strategies, and strong financial controls. This role goes beyond managing estimates and purchase orders. You'll have the opportunity to strengthen systems, improve processes, develop your team, and help drive greater efficiency and consistency across the organization.

Duties

• Lead and mentor the Estimating and Purchasing teams, providing direction, support, and accountability across day-to-day operations
• Oversee all residential estimating activities, including base-home costing, upgrades, extras, custom changes, quantity take-offs, and pricing
• Manage the tendering and procurement process, from preparing bid packages and evaluating submissions through to contract awards and subcontractor agreements
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors to ensure competitive pricing, reliable service, and quality workmanship
• Work closely with Construction, Sales, Design Centre, and Accounting teams to ensure estimates, purchasing, and project requirements are aligned
• Oversee purchase orders, budgets, pricing updates, and cost variances to maintain accuracy and financial accountability
• Manage estimating and procurement data within NewStar and related systems, ensuring information is accurate, consistent, and up to date
• Identify opportunities to improve estimating procedures, purchasing processes, cost controls, and overall operational efficiency
• Collaborate with the Director of Operations on contract reviews, pricing strategies, procurement decisions, and resolving complex operational challenges
• Support the continued growth of the business through effective planning, team development, and process improvements

About You

If you're an experienced residential construction Estimating or Procurement professional who is ready to take on a leadership role with an established Ottawa home builder, we'd welcome a conversation. The successful candidate will have the following:

• 7-10+ years of progressive experience in residential construction estimating, purchasing, procurement, contracts, or cost management
• Strong experience working with a production or volume home builder is highly preferred
• Previous leadership experience managing or supervising Estimating, Purchasing, or Procurement teams
• Solid understanding of residential construction methods, trade scopes, tendering, contracts, and construction costs
• Proven ability to manage subcontractor relationships, negotiate pricing, and oversee competitive bid processes
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets, reviewing estimates, monitoring costs, and identifying opportunities for savings
• Experience with NewStar Enterprise or a comparable residential construction management system; BuilderMT or Bid Manager experience would be an asset
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively across multiple departments
• A proactive, hands-on leadership style and a genuine interest in improving processes and developing people
• Post-secondary education in Construction Management, Engineering Technology, Business, or a related discipline is preferred

About the Job

• Salary Range: $115,000 to $130,000 per year
• Established & Respected Builder: Join an organization with more than 50 years of success in Ottawa's residential construction market
• Long-Term Stability: Be part of a family-owned organization with a strong reputation, established operations, and a commitment to continued growth
• Leadership & Influence: Take ownership of a critical business function and play an important role in shaping estimating and procurement strategies
• Opportunity to Make an Impact: Bring your ideas to the table, improve processes, strengthen systems, and help drive operational efficiencies
• Collaborative Team Environment: Work closely with an experienced leadership team that values accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement
• Career Growth: Join an organization that invests in its people and offers opportunities for long-term professional development

We value fairness, confidentiality, and human judgment in every stage of our hiring process. We do not use automated or AI-driven screening tools to assess applications. Each submission is reviewed by an experienced recruiter to ensure a thoughtful and equitable evaluation of every candidate.

Please note that all candidates must be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity.