Senior Estimator

Metric Geo; Canada; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary Structure

Incentive Programs

Pension Contributions

Employee Discounts

Professional Development

Employee Engagement Events

Job summary

A leading construction company in Canada is seeking a Business Development Manager to prepare detailed cost estimates and lead design-build projects. The ideal candidate should have a university degree in Civil Engineering, a minimum of 7-10 years' experience in the construction industry, and the ability to analyze and visualize projects for continuous improvement. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development, incentivizing growth and employee engagement.

Qualifications

• University Degree – Civil Engineering or College Graduate – Civil Technology preferred.
• Minimum 7-10 years' experience in the construction industry.
• Direct experience in Design-Build estimates and team processes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates using estimating software.
• Accurately interpret tender drawings and specifications.
• Lead a Design-Build project through the tender stage.

Job description

Business Development Manager | Metric Geo | ICI

Reporting to the Estimating Manager, you will prepare detailed cost estimates using estimating software of the full project scope including labour, equipment, raw materials, purchased equipment and subcontractors. Tender closings are to meet all submission deadlines.

Base pay range

$120,000.00/yr - $150,000.00/yr

What You'll Do

• Accurately interpret and comprehend tender drawings and specifications for all projects up to $1 Billion.
• Present all aspects of the project scope, staging, timing, constraints, risks, and potential cost‑saving opportunities and alternatives to internal staff.
• Able to successfully and independently lead a Design‑Build project through the tender stage, including involvement in team meetings.
• Ability to chair meetings and set project goals.
• Perform and/or direct quantity take‑offs from tender drawings.
• Prepare initial tender schedule for handoff to field staff.
• Consistently and insightfully formulate all tender costs—labour, material, equipment, and procure subcontractor scope and costs—for quotation submission.
• Close tenders—including tender reviews and sub‑proposal reviews and analysis.
• Accountable for accuracy of tender submissions.
• Prepare bid bond and insurance request forms.
• Maintain files and correspondence on active tenders.
• Customer follow‑up on submitted tenders/proposals.
• Cost out potential scope of work changes/additional cost/claims situations.
• Monitor active projects and provide job cost evaluation to management.
• Provide technical support to field staff.
• Communicate with field staff and clients.
• Assist in maintenance of estimating department policies, procedures and standards.
• Mentorship of junior employees.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

What We're Looking For

• University Degree – Civil Engineering or College Graduate – Civil Technology preferred.
• Minimum 7‑10 years’ experience in the construction industry, with 7+ years’ experience in estimating.
• Direct experience in Design‑Build estimates and team processes.
• Experience using a commercial bidding platform (In Eight Estimate preferable).
• Capable of reading and understanding construction drawings and documents.
• Computer proficiency – proficiency in an estimating package is a must, and Word and Excel would be an asset.
• Thorough understanding of OPSS and CDED.
• 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.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Experience with MTO contracts and/or municipal works.
• Competitive Salary Structure
• Incentive Programs
• Pension Contributions
• Employee Discounts
• Professional Development
• Employee Engagement Events

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Project Management

Industries

Construction