Estimator

Strabag; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 92,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

STRABAG SE in Mississauga seeks an experienced Estimator to manage cost, technical, and contractual aspects for awarded projects and tender preparation in collaboration with the Business Development Team.

You will prepare detailed estimates, review tender docs, and coordinate with engineering, procurement, and project controls to ensure competitive submissions. 5–8 years TBM/microtunnelling experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• 5-8 years heavy civil estimating experience, including TBM tunneling, microtunnelling or pipe jacking.
• Experience preparing estimates and bid submissions for major underground infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Primavera P6, Arriba, Revit, Tilos or similar construction software is asset.
• Valid Ontario Class G Driver's Licence and eligibility to work in Canada.
• Proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed, resource-loaded cost estimates, bid proposals, and BOQs for tunneling and trenchless construction projects.
• Review tender documents, drawings, specifications, and contract requirements to identify scope, risks, and pricing strategies.
• Perform quantity take-offs and develop production-based cost models for TBM tunneling and micro tunnelling/pipe jacking operations.
• Solicit, evaluate, and compare subcontractor and supplier quotations, including tunnel lining segments, RCJP systems, and specialized tunneling materials.
• Prepare material take-offs and cost estimates for consumables such as grout, bentonite, polymers, lubricants, and other project-specific materials.
• Analyze geotechnical reports and develop risk registers and contingency pricing for ground-related risks and construction challenges.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, operations, and project controls teams to support competitive and compliant tender submissions.
• Maintain estimating databases, cost histories, and pricing benchmarks.

Skills

Heavy civil estimating

TBM tunneling

Microtunnelling/pipe jacking

Geotechnical data interpretation

Estimating software & Excel

Analytical & organizational

Collaborative, deadline-driven

Drawing/specs/contract interpretation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Primavera P6

Arriba

Revit

Tilos

Job description

If you are looking for a new challenge and want to help shape the future of STRABAG, take a look at the job description below. Please note that the Pay range for this role is between $92,000- $110,000 annually, with final compensation determined by skills, experience, and role requirements.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Department: Technical Office/ Head Office Mississauga 

Reports to: Technical Manager

Status: Full Time

Position Start Date: ASAP 

Job Summary:

The Estimator will be responsible for all quality, technical, cost, schedule, and contractual matters by supporting awarded projects and in the preparation of Pre-Qualifications and Tenders in connection with the Business Development Team. 

Main Functional Links:

Technical Director, Technical Office Manager, Estimator, Cost Controller, Project Managers, Office and Site Engineers

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong knowledge of heavy civil construction estimating principles and practices.
• Understanding of EPB, Slurry, and Open-Face TBM operations, segmental tunnel lining systems, and micro tunnelling/pipe jacking methodologies.
• Knowledge of Reinforced Concrete Jacking Pipe (RCJP) installation, handling, and associated construction requirements.
• Ability to interpret Geotechnical Data Reports (GDRs), Geotechnical Baseline Reports (GBRs), drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, communication, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, deadline-driven environment.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5-8 years of heavy civil estimating experience, including at least 3 years dedicated to TBM tunneling, microtunnelling, or pipe jacking projects.
• Experience preparing estimates and bid submissions for major underground infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Primavera P6, Arriba, Revit, Tilos, or similar construction software is considered an asset.
• Valid Ontario Class G Driver's Licence and eligibility to work in Canada.

STRABAG – Work on Progress

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare detailed, resource-loaded cost estimates, bid proposals, and Bill of Quantities (BOQs) for tunneling and trenchless construction projects.
• Review tender documents, drawings, specifications, and contract requirements to identify scope, risks, and pricing strategies.
• Perform quantity take-offs and develop production-based cost models for TBM tunneling and micro tunnelling/pipe jacking operations.
• Solicit, evaluate, and compare subcontractor and supplier quotations, including tunnel lining segments, RCJP systems, and specialized tunneling materials.
• Prepare material take-offs and cost estimates for consumables such as grout, bentonite, polymers, lubricants, and other project-specific materials.
• Analyze geotechnical reports and develop risk registers and contingency pricing for ground-related risks and construction challenges.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, operations, and project controls teams to support competitive and compliant tender submissions.
• Maintain estimating databases, cost histories, and pricing benchmarks.

At STRABAG around 89,000 people working on progress at more than 2,400 locations worldwide. Uniqueness and individual strengths characterise both our projects and each of us as individuals. Whether its building construction, civil engineering, road construction, underground engineering, bridge building, tunnelling, construction material production, project development or building management – we are always one step ahead so that we can become the most innovative and sustainable construction technology company in Europe. Diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities are integral to this, who we are as a company and how we work.

Together we work as partners to complete projects successfully and grow with new challenges. Together we achieve great things. Let’s progress!