Senior Estimator

STRABAG; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

STRABAG Inc. is seeking an experienced Estimating Lead to oversee detailed concept to tender estimates for projects ranging from $500k to $50+ million. The role involves reviewing drawings, schedules, and contracts, performing quantity take-offs, and developing competitive bid strategies.

You will mentor junior staff and coordinate with operations on prequalification, RFQs, and client engagements. The ideal candidate has 10–15 years of estimating experience in civil, infrastructure, or ICI

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of estimating experience with subcontractors, general contractors, EPC contractors, or CM firms.
• Proven experience estimating large-scale civil, infrastructure, industrial, water/wastewater, transportation, or ICI projects.
• Track record leading competitive bids and negotiated proposals.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation of detailed conceptual, budgetary, and tender estimates $500k to $50+ million.
• Review drawings, specs, reports, schedules, contracts, and tender docs.
• Conduct quantity take-offs and cost estimation of labour, equipment, materials, subs, and indirect costs.
• Develop bid strategies and pricing models to stay competitive and profitable.
• Prepare estimate summaries, bid forms, clarifications, and proposals.
• Coordinate pre-bid meetings, site investigations, and client presentations.
• Review estimates with senior management before submission.
• Support design-build, P3, construction management, and lump-sum pursuits.

Skills

Estimating

Tendering

Cost analysis

Leadership

Risk management

Subcontractor management

Value engineering

Bid strategy

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

P.Eng.

Gold Seal Certification

CCE/CEC

PQS designation (asset)

Tools

B2W Estimate

HeavyBid

HCSS

CostX

OST

Bluebeam Revu

PlanSwift

Sage Estimating

Bid2Win

Excel

Primavera P6

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Estimating & TenderingLead the preparation of detailed conceptual, budgetary, and tender estimates for construction projects ranging from $500,000 to $50+ million.Review and interpret drawings, specifications, geotechnical reports, schedules, contracts, and tender documents.Perform quantity take-offs and establish labour, equipment, material, subcontractor, and indirect cost estimates.Develop bid strategies and pricing models to maximize competitiveness while maintaining profitability.Prepare detailed estimate summaries, bid forms, clarifications, and proposal submissions.Coordinate and participate in pre-bid meetings, site investigations, and client presentations.Conduct estimate reviews with senior management prior to bid submission.Support design-build, P3, construction management, and lump-sum procurement pursuits.
• Cost Analysis & Risk ManagementAnalyze project risks, opportunities, and constructability considerations.Develop contingency allowances and risk mitigation strategies.Monitor market trends, labour rates, material pricing, subcontractor availability, and industry developments.Maintain historical cost databases and benchmarking information.Identify value engineering opportunities and cost optimization solutions for clients and project teams.Subcontractor & Supplier ManagementDevelop and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, consultants, and industry partners.Solicit, evaluate, and negotiate subcontractor and supplier quotations.Ensure compliance of submitted quotations with project requirements and specifications.Expand and maintain a qualified subcontractor and supplier network across Ontario.
• Leadership & Team DevelopmentMentor, coach, and provide technical guidance to Estimators, Junior Estimators, and Coordinators.Lead estimate review meetings and support continuous improvement initiatives.Establish estimating best practices, procedures, and quality standards.Assist in resource planning and workload management within the estimating department.Support recruitment, training, and professional development of estimating staff.
• Project Handover & Business DevelopmentParticipate in successful project turnover meetings with operations teams.Assist Project Managers with procurement strategies and budget validation.Support business development activities and client relationship management.Contribute to prequalification submissions, Requests for Qualifications (RFQs), and Requests for Proposals (RFPs).Represent the company professionally at industry events and client meetings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering Technology, or a related discipline.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.), Gold Seal Certification (GSC), Certified Construction Estimator (CCE/CEC), or Professional
• Quantity Surveyor (PQS) designation is considered an asset.Experience
• Minimum 10-15 years of construction estimating experience with a Sub contractors, General Contractor, EPC Contractor, or Construction Management firm.
• Proven experience estimating large-scale civil, infrastructure, industrial, water/wastewater, transportation, or ICI projects.
• Demonstrated success leading complex competitive bids and negotiated proposals.
• Experience with Design-Build, Construction Management, Progressive Design-Build, Alliance, and Public-Private
• Partnership (P3) projects is considered an asset.

Knowledge & Technical Skills

• Advanced proficiency with estimating software such as: B2W Estimate, HeavyBid, HCSS, CostX, On-Screen Takeoff (OST), Bluebeam Revu, PlanSwift, Sage Estimating, Bid2Win
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including complex cost models and database development.
• Working knowledge of scheduling software including Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts including CCDC, OPSS, OPSD, MTO, municipal, and infrastructure specifications.

STRABAG Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer. You will work in a motivated team and quickly gain a foothold through a well-structured induction period. Individual support possibilities in our own academy as well as modern and innovative development tools are waiting for you.