Senior Design-Build Estimator

Green Infrastructure Partners; Markham; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Comprehensive benefits

Retirement savings plan

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Green Infrastructure Partners is seeking an experienced Estimator to prepare detailed cost estimates for large-scale projects and manage tender submissions. You will interpret drawings, perform quantity take-offs, and cost out labour, materials and subcontractors while guiding tenders through to completion.

The role requires 5+ years in estimating within construction, proficiency with In Eight Estimate, and strong collaboration across teams. Competitive base salary with benefits offered.

Qualifications

• University degree in civil engineering or college civil technology preferred.
• 5+ years in the construction industry with 5+ years in estimating.
• Direct experience in Design-Build estimates and team processes.
• Experience with a commercial bidding platform (In Eight Estimate preferable).
• Capable of reading and understanding construction drawings and documents.
• Proficiency in estimating software; Word and Excel would be assets.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Experience with MTO contracts and/or municipal works.

Responsibilities

• Interpret tender drawings and specifications for projects up to $1 Billion.
• Perform quantity take-offs from tender drawings.
• Cost out labour, materials, equipment, and subcontractors.
• Cost out potential scope changes/additional costs/claims.
• Prepare initial tender schedule for handoff to field staff.
• Prepare bid bond and insurance request forms.
• Lead Design-Build projects through the tender stage.
• Chair meetings and set project goals.
• Present project scope, staging, timing, risks, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Close tenders and ensure accuracy of submissions.
• Maintain files and correspondence on active tenders.
• Mentor junior employees and uphold department policies.

Skills

Estimating

Design-Build

Tendering

Proposal skills

Communication

Education

Civil Engineering / Civil Technology

Tools

In Eight Estimate

Estimating software

Excel

Word

Job description

Green Infrastructure Partners is seeking an experienced Estimator to prepare detailed cost estimates for large-scale projects and manage tender submissions. You will interpret drawings, perform quantity take-offs, and cost out labour, materials and subcontractors while guiding tenders through to completion.

The role requires 5+ years in estimating within construction, proficiency with In Eight Estimate, and strong collaboration across teams. Competitive base salary with benefits offered.