ICI Construction Estimator

SSA Recruitment (CA); Hamilton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

SSA Recruitment (CA) is seeking an Estimating Coordinator for a well-established General Contractor in Hamilton, ON. This full-time, permanent role focuses on supporting the estimating team through tendering, take-offs, pricing, and preconstruction activities.

You will review drawings and specs, coordinate subcontractor pricing, assemble bid packages, and help ensure accurate bid submissions. A background in construction estimating or related fields is preferred.

Qualifications

• 1-3+ years of construction-related experience in estimating, project coordination, preconstruction, or a similar role.
• Diploma or degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architectural Technology, Construction Engineering Technology, or related field.
• Exposure to ICI construction and General Contracting is an asset.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Experience with quantity take-offs and subcontractor coordination is an asset.
• Familiarity with estimating/construction software such as Bluebeam, Procore, Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of tenders, estimates, budgets, and bid submissions.
• Review construction drawings, specifications, addenda, and tender documents.
• Perform quantity take-offs and scope reviews; coordinate with subcontractors.
• Prepare bid invitations and tender packages; track bid coverage.
• Assist with bid levelling and pricing analysis; support project handover.

Skills

Construction estimating

Tender coordination

Reading drawings

Attention to detail

Education

Construction Management Diploma/Degree

Civil Engineering

Architectural Technology

Construction Engineering Technology

Tools

Bluebeam

Procore

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Estimating Coordinator - General Contractor

Location: Hamilton, ON

Industry: ICI Construction | General Contracting

Position: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: $70,000 - 80,000

A well-established General Contractor in Hamilton, ON is looking to add an Estimating Coordinator to its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a construction, engineering, architectural, or estimating background who wants to develop their career within the ICI construction industry. Working alongside experienced Estimators and Project Managers, you will support the preparation of competitive bids, subcontractor pricing, quantity take-offs, tender documentation, and preconstruction activities.

The Role

As an Estimating Coordinator, you will support the estimating team throughout the tendering and preconstruction process. You will assist with reviewing drawings and specifications, coordinating subcontractor pricing, completing take-offs, organizing bid documentation, and ensuring tender requirements are completed accurately and on time.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of tenders, estimates, budgets, and bid submissions
• Review construction drawings, specifications, addenda, and tender documents
• Perform and assist with quantity take-offs and scope reviews
• Solicit pricing from subcontractors and suppliers
• Prepare and distribute bid invitations and tender packages
• Follow up with trades to ensure adequate bid coverage
• Assist with reviewing and comparing subcontractor quotations
• Identify potential scope gaps and discrepancies
• Maintain subcontractor and supplier databases
• Track RFIs, addenda, bid documents, and closing requirements
• Assist Estimators with bid levelling and pricing analysis
• Coordinate with Project Managers and other internal team members during preconstruction
• Maintain organized and accurate estimating files and documentation
• Assist with project handover from estimating to operations following successful awards

What We're Looking For

• 1-3+ years of construction-related experience in estimating, project coordination, preconstruction, or a similar role
• Diploma or degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architectural Technology, Construction Engineering Technology, or a related field
• Exposure to ICI construction and General Contracting is considered an asset
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Understanding of construction materials, methods, and trade scopes
• Experience with quantity take-offs and subcontractor coordination is an asset
• Familiarity with estimating/construction software such as Bluebeam, Procore, Microsoft Excel, or similar platforms
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Motivated to develop into a more senior construction estimating role

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This position provides the opportunity to work directly with an experienced construction team and gain hands-on exposure to the full estimating and preconstruction process.

For someone looking to build a long-term career in construction estimating, the role offers exposure to ICI projects, subcontractor relationships, tendering, take-offs, pricing, bid analysis, and project handovers, with the opportunity to take on increasing estimating responsibility as their experience develops.