Senior Estimator, Major Projects

Soletanche Bachy; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 125,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Soletanche Bachy Canada is seeking a Senior Estimator – Major Projects in Hamilton, Ontario to lead large tender pursuits across Canada. You’ll own the pursuit from pricing and strategy to risk management and stakeholder collaboration, with senior leadership exposure.

You will guide a team of estimators, participate in client meetings, and ensure a strong handover to construction teams when awarded. The role requires travel across Canada and a solid background in geotechnical construction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or related discipline.
• 10+ years of estimating or construction experience in deep foundations, ground improvement, excavation support, tunnelling, or geotechnical construction.
• Proven track record leading large, complex tender pursuits from start to submission.
• Experience with delivery models such as design-bid-build, design-build and progressive or collaborative contracts.
• Strong commercial judgment and a structured approach to risk.

Responsibilities

• Lead major project tender pursuits and manage stakeholder involvement.
• Oversee cost estimation, commercial evaluation and execution of major tender submissions.
• Develop bid strategy with engineering, operations and leadership.
• Review tender documents to identify scope gaps and commercial exposure.
• Prepare high-level summaries and presentations for senior management.
• Mentor estimators and coordinators on the Major Projects team.
• Attend client meetings, site visits and pre-bid meetings.
• Lead project handover to construction and delivery teams.
• Actively participate in Health and Safety programs.

Skills

Tender leadership

Risk management

Proposal presentation

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Bilingual English/French

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Geotechnical engineering background

Tools

HCSS HeavyBid

B2W

Bluebeam

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

Purpose of the Role

SB Canada is hiring a Senior Estimator to lead tender pursuits for our Major Projects group, which covers projects across Canada. You will own each pursuit from start to submission: building the estimate, shaping the commercial strategy, managing risk, and bringing together the internal and external stakeholders needed to deliver a winning, profitable bid.

When a project is awarded, you will lead the handover to the construction and project delivery teams and stay involved to support a strong start. This role suits a seasoned estimator who combines technical depth with commercial judgment and is comfortable presenting to senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities of the Role

Tender leadership

• Lead major project tender pursuits, managing the involvement of key internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead the preparation, cost estimation, commercial evaluation and execution of major project tender submissions.
• Develop bid strategy with engineering, operations and leadership, including means and methods, schedule and pricing approach.
• Review tender documents and contract terms to identify scope gaps, commercial exposure and opportunities.

Risk and commercial management

• Manage risk through the tendering process in a clear and methodical way, from identification through to pricing and mitigation.
• Provide input and guidance on subcontract negotiations, focusing on favourable commercial terms while mitigating risk.
• Evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing and scope for completeness and value.

Reporting and leadership

• Prepare high-level summaries and presentations of tender pursuits for senior management review.
• Guide and mentor estimators and coordinators on the Major Projects team.
• Attend client and stakeholder meetings, site visits and pre-bid meetings as required.

Project handover

• On project award, lead the transition to the construction and project delivery teams.
• Provide a formal handover and ongoing support to project delivery and construction teams.

Health and safety

• Be an active participant in SB Canada’s Health and Safety Program, helping to foster a positive safety culture as we continue to move from compliance to care.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Qualifications – What Will Make You Successful

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or related discipline.

Experience

• 10+ years of estimating or construction experience in deep foundations, ground improvement, excavation support, tunnelling, or geotechnical construction.
• Proven track record leading large, complex tender pursuits from start to submission.
• Experience with a range of delivery models, such as design-bid-build, design-build and progressive or collaborative contracts.
• Experience in deep foundations, geotechnical or ground engineering works is a strong asset.

Soft Skills

• Strong commercial judgment and a structured approach to risk.
• Confident presenter able to summarize complex pursuits for senior leadership.
• Skilled negotiator and relationship builder with clients, partners and subcontractors.
• Organized and calm under tight tender deadlines.
• Collaborative leader who brings engineering, operations and commercial teams together.

Preferred Skills

• Bilingual in English and French.
• Proficiency with estimating software such as HCSS HeavyBid or B2W, and takeoff tools such as Bluebeam.
• Working knowledge of scheduling tools such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project.
• Strong understanding of CCDC and other standard Canadian construction contracts.
• Willingness to travel across Canada as required.

Required Designations or Certifications

None required. P.Eng., PQS or GSC designation is an asset.

Please Note

Only candidates being considered for this position will be contacted. SB Canada is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. If you are selected to participate in the recruitment process, please inform Human Resources of any accommodations you may require. Our team will directly work with you to ensure you are fully able to participate in the process.

This posting is for an active vacancy we are currently hiring for.

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology to assist with application screening and assessments. This technology is used as a support tool, and all hiring decisions are made by our hiring team.

Position: Senior Estimator – Major Projects

Job Type: Permanent, Monday to Friday

Location: Hamilton, Ontario

Pay Range: $125,000 to $145,000 annually

WHY JOIN US

With over 120 years of experience in North America, Soletanche Bachy Canada (“SB Canada”) is an established leader in the deep foundations industry. Through our affiliation with the Soletanche Freyssinet group of companies, SB Canada combines local experience with international expertise and can confidently say “Build on Us”.

Our employees enjoy a safe and stable work environment, and a culture based on integrity, teamwork and passion for our jobs. By joining Soletanche Bachy Canada, you will become part of a growing team and have opportunities to build strong relationships with industry leaders from around the world with an employer that is committed to career development.