Senior Estimator - 18989

LRO Staffing; Ottawa; Presencial; CAD 140.000 - 160.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

LRO Staffing in Canada is seeking a Senior Estimator to lead our estimating team on institutional, commercial, industrial, and multi-unit residential projects. You will influence project strategy, pricing, and growth by guiding tenders from preconstruction through submission.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in ICI estimating, strong leadership, risk awareness, and proficiency with take-offs, Procore, BIM, and Excel.

Formación

• 10+ years of estimating experience in ICI construction.
• Experience managing tender closings and leading estimating teams.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and pricing.
• Experience with take-offs including earthworks, concrete, site servicing, and structural work.
• Knowledge of CCDC contracts (CCDC5, CCDC14).
• Strong Excel and estimating software skills.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and mentor the estimating team through tender closings.
• Review drawings, specs, and project docs to define scope and pricing strategy.
• Prepare and oversee detailed cost estimates including labour, materials, equipment, and subcontractor pricing.
• Manage bid proposals and ensure submissions meet deadlines and requirements.
• Work with BD and operations to develop winning bid strategies.
• Conduct risk analysis and identify opportunities for value engineering.
• Build relationships with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Review project cost projections throughout the lifecycle.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Estimating

Tendering

Risk analysis

Herramientas

Procore

BIM

Excel

Descripción del empleo

Job Type: Permanent

Pay Rate: $140,000 to $160,000

Industry: Construction, Development & Property

About the Opportunity

If you are an experienced Senior Estimator who enjoys leading teams, winning work, and shaping the front end of major construction projects, this is an opportunity where you will have real influence on project strategy, pricing, and company growth.
In this role, you will lead the estimating team through complex tenders and preconstruction pursuits across institutional, commercial, industrial, and multi-unit residential projects. You will play a key leadership role in securing new work, developing pricing strategies, mentoring estimators, and ensuring bids are competitive, accurate, and profitable.

This is a leadership role for someone who understands construction, understands risk, and knows how to close a tender.

As Senior Estimator, you will lead the estimating function and oversee all aspects of the tendering and budgeting process.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Leading and mentoring the estimating team through tender closings
• Reviewing drawings, specifications, and project documentation to define scope and pricing strategy
• Preparing and overseeing detailed cost estimates including labour, materials, equipment, and subcontractor pricing
• Managing bid proposals and ensuring submissions meet deadlines and requirements
• Working with business development and operations teams to develop winning bid strategies
• Conducting risk analysis and identifying opportunities for value engineering
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers
• Reviewing project cost projections throughout the project lifecycle
• Leading site visits, take-offs, and quantity reviews
• Performing budgets ranging from Class D through Class A estimates
• Supporting preconstruction planning and procurement strategy

About You

This is a role for someone who wants to lead, influence projects before they start, and be part of a company that continues to grow and win meaningful work.

The successful candidate will bring strong technical estimating experience along with leadership capability. Most importantly, you are analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a deadline-driven tender environment.

The successful candidate will have the following:

• 10+ years of estimating experience in ICI construction
• Experience managing tender closings and leading estimating teams
• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and pricing
• Experience with take-offs including earthworks, concrete, site servicing, and structural work
• Knowledge of CCDC contracts (CCDC5, CCDC14)
• Strong Excel and estimating software skills
• Gold Seal or LEED accreditation considered an asset
• Experience with Procore, BIM, or design-build projects is an asset

About the Job

• You will be joining a growing construction company with a strong pipeline of institutional, commercial, industrial, and residential projects
• The company offers long-term career growth, exposure to complex projects, and the opportunity to play a key leadership role in project pursuits and company strategy
• Salary Range: $140,000 to $160,000 per year

We value fairness, confidentiality, and human judgment in every stage of our hiring process. We do not use automated or AI-driven screening tools to assess applications. Each submission is reviewed by an experienced recruiter to ensure a thoughtful and equitable evaluation of every candidate.

Please note that all candidates must be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity.