Estimator

Green Infrastructure Partners Inc.; Timmins; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary 75k–105k CAD per year

Annual performance-based bonus

Comprehensive benefits program

Retirement savings program

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Green Infrastructure Partners Inc. in Timmins, Ontario, is seeking an experienced Civil Estimator to lead bidding, cost analysis, and tender preparation for municipal and civil construction projects.

You will read drawings, perform quantity take-offs, price labor, materials and equipment, and coordinate with subs to secure bids. You will also support project controls, prepare handoff schedules, monitor cost changes, and mentor junior staff while maintaining client communications and competitive

Qualifications

• University degree in civil engineering or civil technology preferred.
• Minimum 5 years in construction.
• Experience with MTO contracts or municipal works.
• Ability to read construction drawings and documents.
• Proficiency in estimating packages and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Estimate and prepare tender submissions; interpret drawings and specs; perform quantity take-offs; cost labour, materials, and equipment; procure subcontractor scopes; review sub-proposals; ensure submission accuracy; secure bid bonds and insurance requests.
• Project controls and operations support: prepare initial handoff schedules; cost out scope changes; monitor active projects; provide technical support to field staff; maintain client and field staff communications.
• Department development and client relations: follow up on proposals; maintain policies; mentor junior team members; handle other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading drawings

Costing/estimation

MS Office

Bid management

Analytical thinking

Education

Civil Engineering degree or Civil Technology

Tools

InEight Estimate

Job description

PRIMARY SCOPE OF ROLE

1. Estimating & Tender Preparation
   • Interpret drawings and specifications accurately
   • Perform quantity take-offs
   • Formulate labour, material, and equipment costs
   • Procure subcontractor scope and costs
   • Review and analyze sub-proposals
   • Close tenders and ensure submission accuracy
   • Secure bid bonds and insurance requests
   • Maintain active tender files and correspondence
2. Project Controls & Operations Support
   • Prepare initial project handoff schedules
   • Cost out scope changes and claims
   • Monitor active projects for cost evaluation
   • Provide technical support to field staff
   • Maintain ongoing communication with clients and field staff
3. Departmental Growth & Client Relations
   • Follow up with customers on submitted proposals
   • Maintain department policies and standards
   • Mentor junior team members
   • Handle other duties as assigned

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• University Degree – Civil Engineering or College Graduate – Civil Technology preferred.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in the construction industry.
• Experience using a commercial bidding platform (InEight Estimate preferable)
• Capable of reading and understanding construction drawings and documents.
• Experience with MTO contracts and/or municipal works.
• Thorough understanding of OPSS and CDED.
• Computer proficiency – proficiency in an estimating package is a must; proficiency in MS Office programs (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams) would be an asset.
• Results-driven with an ability to deliver success in a fast-paced environment.
• Outcome focused, critical thinker with the ability to analyze and visualize to ensure continuous improvement across our business.
• Ability to connect and interact with people to seek different perspectives.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Expected Base Salary: $75.000 – $105,000 per year.
• The actual base salary will depend on several factors including experience, qualifications, internal equity, work location and market expectations.
• Annual performance-based bonus.
• Comprehensive group benefits program.
• Retirement savings program.
• Career growth and advancement opportunities.

Disclaimers Artificial Intelligence (AI) Disclosure: AI tools are not used in the screening or assessment of applicants for this position. Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing job vacancy. GIP does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiters or agencies. We only work with approved partners directly engaged by our Human Resources team for specific searches. Unsolicited submissions will not be eligible for placement fees. We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Green Infrastructure Partners Inc. “GIP”, is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities to apply. We seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences. GIP will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Our People At Green Infrastructure Partners (GIP), our people are among the best. Our most valuable asset is our people – comprising our employees, customers, and the public. Nothing is more important than our people coming to work happy and leaving safely. GIP team members are at the heart of our success in designing and delivering infrastructure projects safely, thoughtfully, and with the highest quality. Our Work The work we do impacts lives. It impacts our schools and neighbourhoods, shaping our communities and cities. We are one of Canada’s largest and fastest-growing construction companies. Every day, our people design, deliver, and maintain infrastructure for Canada’s rapidly growing cities. From demolition, shoring, and foundations to excavation, remediation, structures, paving, and the production of materials, we have the unique ability to self-perform all project scopes without reliance on subcontractors. The work we do at GIP today will carry us into a better, greener, and safer tomorrow. Our Culture We are committed to fostering a work environment that embraces Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging for all so our people benefit from the creative solutions that come from embracing differences. Sustainability is part of our DNA. We focus on recycling and reusing materials by repurposing old roads and reengineering them into new ones, thereby keeping tons of used materials out of our landfills. As we look to the future, we need creative, ambitious, and innovative professionals who can help us to build the world of tomorrow, today. If you want to work for a world-class organization that provides an exceptional career experience with an inclusive and collaborative culture, this opportunity is for you!