Estimator

Acecon General Contracting Inc; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Acecon General Contracting Inc is seeking a full-time Estimator based in Concord, ON to review drawings, specs and tender docs to prepare cost estimates for commercial/institutional projects, mainly healthcare and education. Responsibilities include quantity take-offs, sub/supplier quotes, and bid proposals.

You will collaborate with project managers and site staff, maintain pricing databases, monitor market conditions, and support value engineering to help win new work.

Qualifications

• Strong estimating and quantity take-off abilities.
• Experience with scheduling software, spreadsheets and cost analysis tools.
• Solid MasterFormat codes and trade scopes knowledge.
• Analytical, numerical and problem-solving skills with pricing accuracy.
• Clear written and verbal communication for proposals and client coordination.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple tenders.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings, specifications and tender documents to prepare accurate cost estimates for commercial/institutional projects.
• Perform quantity take-offs and obtain subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Build bid proposals and refine estimates with project managers and site staff.
• Maintain pricing databases and monitor market conditions.
• Participate in tender closing activities to help secure new work.

Skills

Estimating & take-offs

Scheduling software & spreadsheets

MasterFormat knowledge

Analytical thinking

Clear communication

Time management

Education

CM/Arch/CE/QS degree

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Company Description Acecon General Contracting Inc. is a construction firm that takes pride in delivering high-caliber work across a range of projects. The company uses technically advanced procurement methods to access a broad pool of trades, enabling highly competitive tenders.

Acecon positions itself as a one-stop source for construction services, focusing on completing projects on time, within budget, and with exceptional quality. The team is committed to building new client relationships and continuously demonstrating its capabilities on future projects.

Role Description This is a full-time, Estimator role based in Concord, ON. The Estimator will review drawings, specifications, and tender documents to prepare accurate cost estimates for commercial/institutional (primarily healthcare and education) construction projects. Responsibilities include performing quantity take-offs, obtaining and analyzing subcontractor and supplier quotations, and building bid proposals. The role involves collaborating with project managers and site staff to refine estimates, support value engineering, and track costs against budgets. The Estimator will also maintain pricing databases, monitor market conditions, and participate in tender closing activities to help secure new work for the company.

Qualifications

• Strong estimating and quantity take-off abilities, with proficiency in reading and interpreting construction drawings and specifications.
• Experience with scheduling software, spreadsheets, and other digital tools used for cost analysis and bid preparation.
• Solid understanding of construction MasterFormat division codes, and trade scopes, preferably within general contracting environments.
• Effective analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and accuracy in pricing and measurement.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare professional proposals and coordinate with internal teams and external partners.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines simultaneously.
• Post-secondary education in Construction Management, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Previous estimating experience in commercial construction is an asset; knowledge of local Ontario building codes and market rates is beneficial.