Senior Estimator, Infrastructure

Ledcor; Clarington; On-site; CAD 117,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership development

Job summary

Ledcor is seeking a Senior Estimator to join our Oshawa-based team supporting a major GO Transit infrastructure project. You will oversee all estimating activities from concept budgeting to bid submissions, lead pricing and subcontractor procurement, and ensure accuracy of all costs.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least 10 years of estimating experience on complex projects. Proficiency in MS Office and estimating software is essential, with BIM knowledge

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of estimating and/or related construction experience.
• Experience on large, complex multidisciplinary construction or infrastructure projects.
• Transit, transportation, civil, heavy infrastructure, rail, or major public-sector project experience is a strong asset.
• Leadership of estimates from conceptual design through tender submission.
• Proficient with MS Office and estimating software.
• Knowledge of BIM and model-based estimating is an asset.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, equipment, and schedules.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specs, and contract documents.
• Proven ability to manage tenders, bids, and proposals.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and coordination of comprehensive estimate packages, including quantity takeoffs, costing, and bid submissions.
• Develop conceptual budgets and detailed estimates for complex projects.
• Review drawings and bid documents to ensure requirements are included in estimates.
• Analyze RFIs and determine bidding strategies for complex requirements.
• Perform quantity takeoffs for large-scale projects and oversee the takeoff process.
• Lead subcontractor and supplier solicitation activities and evaluate submissions.
• Recommend subcontractors and suppliers for project awards based on scope, pricing, and risk.
• Validate all direct and indirect project costs to ensure estimate accuracy.
• Assign bid package responsibilities within the estimating team and manage schedules.
• Review construction schedules and execution strategies to align with estimates.
• Lead estimate review meetings and bid strategy discussions.
• Prepare bid clarifications and support proposal development for major projects.
• Mentor junior estimators and cross-functional teams.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Construction Management/Quantity Surveying

Tools

MS Office

Estimating software

BIM

Job description

Over the last 30 years in Ontario, Ledcor has continued to grow and evolve and is now a leading provider of construction services across the province. From our early days building infrastructure and developing communities, to our more recent work in the heavy civil and mining, residential, and aviation sectors, we have always been driven by our commitment to safety, quality, integrity, sustainability, and success.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join our team in Oshawa, Ontario, supporting a major GO Transit infrastructure project. This is a key leadership position responsible for overseeing all estimating activities, from conceptual budgeting and detailed cost estimates to competitive bid submissions and subcontractor procurement.

Essential Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and coordination of comprehensive estimate packages, including quantity takeoffs, costing, subcontractor pricing, and bid submissions.
• Develop conceptual budgets, detailed estimates, cost studies, and competitive tenders for complex construction projects.
• Review drawings, specifications, terms, conditions, and bid documents to ensure all project requirements are incorporated into estimates.
• Analyze outstanding RFIs and identify appropriate bidding strategies for complex project requirements.
• Perform quantity takeoffs for large-scale projects and oversee the quantity takeoff process, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Lead subcontractor and supplier solicitation activities and evaluate submissions.
• Recommend subcontractors and suppliers for project award based on scope, pricing, capability, and risk assessment.
• Take ownership of estimate accuracy by reviewing and validating all direct and indirect project costs.
• Assign and manage bid package responsibilities within the estimating team.
• Review construction schedules and execution strategies to ensure alignment with estimate assumptions and project objectives.
• Lead estimate review meetings and participate in bid strategy discussions.
• Prepare bid clarifications and support proposal development for major projects.
• Provide mentorship, guidance, and technical expertise to junior estimators and cross-functional teams.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on estimating-related requirements and best practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of estimating and/or related construction experience.
• Proven experience working on large, complex, multidisciplinary construction or infrastructure projects.
• Experience within transit, transportation, civil, heavy infrastructure, rail, or major public-sector projects is considered a strong asset.
• Demonstrated experience leading estimates from conceptual design through competitive tender submission.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and industry-standard estimating software.
• Knowledge of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and model-based estimating is considered an asset.
• Thorough understanding of modern construction methods, practices, equipment, and execution strategies.
• Strong ability to interpret and analyze construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Comprehensive knowledge of construction costs, budgeting principles, and project scheduling.
• Proven ability to manage and close complex tenders, bids, and proposals.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to influence decision-making and present complex information to a variety of audiences.
• Strong relationship-building skills with internal teams, subcontractors, consultants, suppliers, and clients.

Working Conditions

• Site-based role in Oshawa, Ontario.

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Compensation

$116,550.00 - $155,400.00

This is the expected base pay range for this role. Individual base pay will be determined based on a variety of factors including experience, knowledge, skills, education and location.

Our competitive total rewards package provides compensation and benefits that support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. We offer exciting, challenging work with opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge.

Additional Information

Ledcor builds and maintains infrastructure in various industries including oil and gas, transportation, and mining. We’re experts in all infrastructure construction and maintenance related projects. Our vast projects include: full-scale contract mining, earthworks, foundations, highways, bridges, roads, waterways and resources, airports, rapid transit, underground utilities, pipelines, independent power projects and site reclamation.

Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging.

Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page.