Senior Estimator - Design Build Healthcare/ICI - Thunder Bay

SSA Group; Ontario; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading general contractor in Thunder Bay is looking for a senior-level estimator to lead bidding and pre-construction efforts. The ideal candidate should have over 10 years of experience in estimating, especially in managing projects worth over $20 million. This position plays a crucial role in the company's growth and success in the local market, offering a competitive salary between $150,000 and $200,000.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of combined field and estimating experience within a GC.
• Track record of leading $20M+ projects, including design build.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and build high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead bidding and pre-construction estimating efforts.
• Review project scopes to confirm estimate completeness.
• Identify constructability requirements for high-level budgets.
• Recommend strategies for risk mitigation and cost savings.
• Track and analyze data from estimating pursuits.

Skills

Full-cycle estimating

Leadership

Risk mitigation

Cost savings strategies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant construction field

Job description

• Listed: 07 Aug 2025
• Building & Construction
• $150,000 - $200,000

We are seeking an experienced senior-level estimator for a leading GC in Thunder Bay.

The business continues todeliver exceptional projects in sectors including: Healthcare, Education, Residential, Hospitality, Civil etc

Reporting into the VP's and Owner of the business, you will be a key part of the company's future as they continue to thrive in the local market.

The ideal candidate will have the following:

• Have a strong knowledge of full-cycle estimating, as well as the ability to lead junior estimators through project pursuits.

We are seeking an experienced senior-level estimator for a leading GC in Thunder Bay.

The business continues todeliver exceptional projects in sectors including: Healthcare, Education, Residential, Hospitality, Civil etc

Reporting into the VP's and Owner of the business, you will be a key part of the company's future as they continue to thrive in the local market.

The ideal candidate will have the following:

• Have a strong knowledge of full-cycle estimating, as well as the ability to lead junior estimators through project pursuits.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead bidding and pre-construction estimating efforts, ensuring positive financial outcomes in collaboration with the VP and Owner.
• Review project scopes to confirm estimate completeness, including specifications, subcontractor scopes, and general conditions
• Identify constructability requirements for high-level budgets and order-of-magnitude estimates
• Recommend and approve strategies for risk mitigation, cost savings, and project opportunities
• Develop and approve bid strategies and innovative approaches to increase success rate
• Track and analyze data from estimating pursuits
• Mentor, train, and manage other estimators
• Support profit/loss performance of estimated projects valued above $20m.
• Provide leadership and guidance in organizing, planning, and supervising estimating personnel
• Foster a culture of coaching and mentoring within the estimating team
• Review and oversee all estimates, including detailed checks of team outputs
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant construction field
• 10+ years of combined field and estimating experience within a GC
• Track record of leading $20M+ projects, including design build
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and build high-performing teams
• Experience in design-build, IPD, and Construction Management is required