Estimator

Bouygues; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking an Estimator with extensive experience in heavy civil projects to lead the estimating process for a major infrastructure project in British Columbia. This role requires strong analytical skills, a Bachelor’s Degree, and significant industry expertise in fields such as hydroelectric and marine concrete structures. The position offers competitive salary and benefits, including career advancement opportunities.

Benefits

Up to 5% RRSP matching

Career advancement and training opportunities

Travel allowance

Four weeks vacation

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in heavy civil estimating required.
• Experience with major concrete structures essential.
• Right to work in Canada is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the estimating process for heavy civil and concrete projects.
• Develop cost estimates including labor, equipment, and subcontractor resources.
• Maintain an up-to-date cost database and analyze potential risks.

Skills

Analytical skills

Mathematical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management

Tools

Bid2Win

HCSS

InEight

Job description

Regarding Hiring:

This role offers the potential for employment with any of the joint venture companies involved in the project. Hiring decisions are based on equal opportunities across each team.

About the Project

Cross Fraser Partnership (CFP) is a Bouygues Construction Canada Inc., Fomento de Construcciones y Contratas Canada Ltd., Pomerleau BC Inc., and Arcadis Canada Inc. general partnership that has been selected to collaboratively deliver a new, eight-lane immersed tube tunnel replacing the existing George Massey Tunnel on Highway 99. The new tunnel will feature three vehicle lanes, a dedicated transit lane in each direction, and a separated active transportation corridor for cyclists and pedestrians.

Position Overview:

The Estimator will have extensive experience in heavy civil construction and concrete structures. This role requires a hands-on professional capable of owning estimates, leading the bidding process, and driving competitive proposals. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in hydroelectric projects, bridges, LRT systems, road infrastructure, and marine concrete structures.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the estimating process for heavy civil and concrete projects, ensuring reliable estimates.
• Develop first principle cost estimates, including labor, equipment, crews, subcontractor, and supplier resources.
• Review project plans, specifications, and documentation to determine project scope.
• Collaborate with engineering, means and methods, construction, scheduling, and risk teams to develop estimates.
• Utilize estimating software such as Bid2Win, HCSS, and InEight to prepare bids.
• Identify and analyze potential risks and propose mitigation strategies.
• Maintain an up-to-date cost database and industry knowledge to enhance estimating reliability.
• Support the bidding process by evaluating and negotiating subcontractor and supplier bids.

Education and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in heavy civil estimating, with extensive experience in major concrete structures.
• Candidates with 5+ years of experience may be considered if they have significant heavy civil expertise.
• Industry background: Experience in heavy civil construction (e.g., infrastructure, hydroelectric, bridges, LRT, marine concrete structures).
• Preferred experience in companies specializing in heavy civil construction; contract types include progressive design-build, design-build, bid-build, and other collaborative contracting models.
• Strong structural experience, with the ability to lead and optimize estimates effectively.
• Proficiency in Bid2Win, HCSS, and InEight estimating software.
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills, with a high level of attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and drive the estimating process.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Right to work in Canada.

Why You Should Apply

• Up to 5% RRSP matching.

• Career advancement, training, and education opportunities.

• Travel allowance.

• Four weeks vacation.

The expected salary range for this opportunity is $110,000 – $170,000. Salaries may vary depending on experience and location. Compensation is exclusive of bonuses and includes extensive employee benefits. Certain benefits may vary based on the specific role.