Senior Estimator

Amico Affiliates; Toronto; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Amico is seeking a Senior Estimator to support the Elevated Guideways and Stations Contract for The Ontario Line. The role focuses on cost estimation, risk assessment, and tender preparation to ensure financial viability across development and construction phases.

You will lead quantity takeoffs, analyze cost drivers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify savings opportunities and mitigate budget variances.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in construction/infrastructure cost estimating.
• Experience preparing and reviewing tenders, bid packages, and RFPs/RFBs.
• Strong cost analysis, risk assessment, value engineering and cost optimization skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration with project teams and management.
• Ability to lead cost estimates using drawings, specs, data, and benchmarks.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost estimation for civil construction requirements and develop target prices.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates for materials, labour, equipment, and subs, using benchmarks.
• Perform quantity takeoffs from drawings and specifications for cost drive analysis.
• Prepare and submit tender packages and bid proposals; coordinate with subs and vendors.
• Assess risks, develop mitigation strategies and contingency plans.
• Collaborate with design/construction teams for value engineering and cost optimization.

Skills

Cost estimation

Risk assessment

Budget management

Communication

Team collaboration

Proposal coordination

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Tools

HeavyBid

Bluebeam Revu

On-screen Takeoff (OST)

Sage Estimating

Timberline/Timerline

Job description

Job Description

The Senior Estimator will support the Elevated Guideways and Stations Contract (“EGS”) of The Ontario Line ("OL"). The Primary Construction Team for this project consists of ACCIONA Infrastructure Canada Inc. (ACCIONA) and Amico Major Projects Inc. (Amico), as Trillium Guideway Partners (TGP).

As the Senior Estimator, your role is essential in ensuring the financial viability and success of the Development and Construction phases. You will be responsible for providing accurate cost estimates, and risk assessments for the project, facilitating informed decision-making and cost effective solutions.

Responsibilities

Development Phase:

• Leading in Cost Estimation, involving meticulous analysis of civil construction project requirements, standards, and specifications to develop the target price overarching project goals.
• Participating in Working Group Meeting, as needed.
• Identifying Cost-Saving Opportunities scrutinizing project components and processes for cost efficiencies.
• Analyzing cost trends and anticipating budget variances enables the identification of opportunities for enhancing cost-effectiveness.

Cost Estimation

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for various components of the project, including materials, labor, equipment, and subcontractor services.
• Utilize historical data, industry benchmarks, and current market conditions to develop accurate cost projections.
• Analyze project specifications, drawings, and other documents to identify scope requirements and cost drivers.
• Incorporate value engineering and cost-saving measures to optimize project budgets without compromising quality or safety.

Cost Measurement

• Conduct thorough quantity takeoffs from project drawings and specifications to quantify materials, labor hours, and other resources required for construction.
• Apply standard measurement methods and industry best practices to ensure consistency and accuracy in quantity calculations.
• Verify quantities against project requirements and specifications to identify discrepancies or potential scope changes.

Tender Preparation And Submission

• Prepare comprehensive bid packages in response to Requests for Proposals (RFPs) or Requests for Bids (RFBs) from clients or project owners.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers to solicit competitive bids and pricing for project components and services.
• Review bid documents for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with project requirements before submission.
• Present cost estimates and bid proposals to senior management and participate in bid review meetings as needed.

Risk Assessment

• Evaluate project risks and uncertainties, such as market fluctuations, regulatory changes, and unforeseen conditions, and incorporate risk factors into cost estimates.
• Collaborate with project teams to develop mitigation strategies and contingency plans to address identified risks and minimize cost impacts.

Value Engineering And Cost Optimization

• Collaborate with design and construction teams to identify value engineering opportunities and alternative solutions that enhance project efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Evaluate lifecycle costs and long-term benefits of different design and construction alternatives to support informed decision-making.
• Recommend cost-effective design modifications or construction methods that maintain project quality while reducing overall project costs.
• Conduct detailed cost analysis to identify cost drivers, trends, and potential cost-saving opportunities throughout the project lifecycle.

Team Leadership And Collaboration

• Work collaboratively with project stakeholders, including clients, architects, engineers, and subcontractors, to gather project information and requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate cost estimates into project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Provide timely and accurate cost-related information to support project decision-making and strategic planning efforts

Qualifications

• Post secondary degree/diploma/certificate or equivalent in Civil Engineering or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 7+ years of experience in construction/infrastructure cost estimating, including preparing detailed estimates for materials, labour, equipment, and subcontractor services.
• Strong experience with quantity takeoffs, cost measurement, and analysis using project drawings, specifications, historical data, market conditions, and industry benchmarks.
• Experience preparing and reviewing tenders, bid packages, RFPs/RFBs, including coordinating pricing with subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers.
• Proven ability to conduct cost analysis, risk assessment, value engineering, and cost optimization to identify savings opportunities and manage budget variances.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with experience working with project teams, clients, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and senior management to support cost and project decisions.
• Expert level proficiency in specialized industry software; including HeavyBid, Bluebleam Revu, On-screen Takeoff (OST), Sage Estimating or Timerline to perform rapid, highly accurate digital measurements and cost roll-ups.

About Us

Come Build Your Career at Amico

Amico delivers complex and impactful infrastructure projects that help communities grow, move and thrive. From highways and bridges to transit and residential and commercial environments, our work strengthens Ontario’s communities and helps build a more connected future.

As a Canadian-owned and operated construction company, Amico brings together expertise in general contracting, civil engineering and road building to deliver projects of significant scale and complexity. Through careful planning, innovative thinking and disciplined execution, we work alongside our clients and partners to create infrastructure that will serve communities for generations.

At Amico, our people are at the heart of our success. As one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies, we are proud to be recognized for the strength of our leadership, culture and commitment to continuous improvement. We foster a collaborative, inclusive and performance-driven environment where employees are empowered to contribute their expertise, take on meaningful challenges and continue developing their careers.

About The Team

Amico fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply, including women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. We also recognize that experience and potential are not always reflected by a checklist. If you are excited about this opportunity but do not meet every listed requirement, we encourage you to apply as your skills, perspective and experience may make you a strong fit for this role or another opportunity.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner. By implementing the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations, we will provide appropriate accommodation upon request throughout the interview and hiring process. If you require accommodation, please contact [e-mail], and we will work with you to support your individual needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Strictly no third party resumes accepted.