Estimator - Construction

Adecco; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Adecco in Vaughan seeks a Senior Construction Estimator with at least 10 years of estimating experience to develop accurate, competitive cost estimates for commercial, industrial, institutional, and civil projects. You will prepare bids, analyze project requirements, coordinate subcontractor pricing, and help secure new business opportunities while maintaining profitability and managing risk.

You will review drawings and specifications, perform quantity takeoffs, develop unit costs, and keep

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of estimating experience with a general contractor.
• Degree, diploma, or technical certification in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
• Proven experience preparing estimates for commercial, industrial, institutional, and/or civil construction projects.
• Construction contracts and procurement methodologies.
• Conceptual and detailed cost estimating.
• Unit cost development and analysis.
• Corporate objectives and estimating methodologies.
• Construction techniques, materials, and project sequencing.
• Project scheduling principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop accurate, competitive cost estimates for a wide range of construction projects.
• Prepare and submit competitive bids while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Coordinate subcontractor pricing and procurement models to align with project objectives.
• Review drawings and specifications to define scope and assess costs.
• Develop conceptual, budget, and detailed estimates across project lifecycle.
• Maintain current pricing for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors.
• Support pre-construction activities and value engineering initiatives.

Skills

Estimating experience

Education

Degree / diploma in Construction or related field

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Salary - $110,000 to $120,000 Depending on Experience

Minimum of 10 years of estimating experience

The Senior Construction Estimator is responsible for developing accurate, competitive, and comprehensive cost estimates for a wide range of construction projects. This role plays a critical part in securing new business opportunities by preparing detailed bids, analyzing project requirements, coordinating subcontractor pricing, and identifying cost-effective solutions. The successful candidate will work closely with project managers, operations teams, subcontractors, and leadership to ensure estimates align with project objectives while maintaining profitability and managing risk.

• Produce accurate, well-organized, and timely project cost estimates utilizing a variety of procurement models, including:
• Construction Management
• Design-Build
• Prepare and submit competitive tenders while effectively managing multiple priorities and strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Develop and maintain project schedules using Microsoft Project to support bidding and pre-construction activities.
• Review and interpret construction drawings, specifications, contract documentation, and project requirements to define project scope and assess associated costs.
• Prepare conceptual, budget, and detailed estimates at all phases of the project lifecycle.
• Research, track, and maintain current pricing information for labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and unit costs.
• Analyze various design and construction approaches and recommend the most practical and cost-effective solutions.
• Identify, develop, and present value engineering initiatives that enhance project value while preserving quality and performance requirements.
• Perform detailed quantity take-offs and comprehensive cost evaluations.
• Identify project risks and incorporate appropriate allowances and contingencies into estimate submissions.

Required Qualifications

• Degree, diploma, or technical certification in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Engineering Technology, or a related construction field.
• Minimum of 10 years of estimating experience with a general contractor, or an equivalent combination of education, technical training, and hands-on construction experience.
• Proven experience preparing estimates for commercial, industrial, institutional, and/or civil construction projects.
• Construction contracts and procurement methodologies
• Conceptual and detailed cost estimating
• Unit cost development and analysis
• Corporate objectives and estimating methodologies
• Construction techniques, materials, and project sequencing
• Project scheduling principles and practices