Senior Estimator – Civil, Site & Restoration (Ottawa)

Parker Huggett - A Division of LRO Staffing; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Huggett - A Division of LRO Staffing is seeking an experienced Estimator to join their Ottawa-based team. The role covers civil/site development, landscaping/hardscape, concrete and general contracting, with exposure to a broad mix of projects in the public and private sectors.

The successful candidate will review drawings, prepare cost estimates, and manage the tender process from initial review through submission.

Qualifications

• Several years of construction estimating experience in Ottawa/Eastern Ontario markets.
• Ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines.
• Strong ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications and tender documents.
• Established relationships with local subcontractors and suppliers would be an asset.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings, specifications, tender documents, and project requirements.
• Prepare detailed quantity take-offs and cost estimates.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing.
• Develop labour, material, equipment and subcontractor costing.
• Identify project risks, opportunities, exclusions and scope gaps.
• Prepare tender submissions and support bid closings.
• Attend site visits and pre-bid meetings as required.
• Collaborate with operations and project management on practical construction approaches.
• Maintain relationships with trades, suppliers, consultants, and clients.
• Support project handover from estimating into construction.

Skills

Construction estimating

Bid/tendering

Reading drawings

Cost analysis

Job description

Parker Huggett - A Division of LRO Staffing is seeking an experienced Estimator to join their Ottawa-based team. The role covers civil/site development, landscaping/hardscape, concrete and general contracting, with exposure to a broad mix of projects in the public and private sectors.

The successful candidate will review drawings, prepare cost estimates, and manage the tender process from initial review through submission.