Senior Estimator - Team Lead

Pomerleau; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP with up to 5% employer matching

Hybrid work model for corporate roles

Employee stock ownership program

Career growth through real development

Transit pass reimbursement

Minimum 4 weeks of vacation

Job summary

Pomerleau is seeking a Senior Estimator and Preconstruction Lead in Vancouver to own the full bid process from strategy to submission. You will guide cost, scope, pricing strategy, and risk throughout the pursuit, mentoring teams and shaping winning bids.

Key responsibilities include developing bid strategies, managing take-offs, and maintaining direct client engagement while ensuring a smooth handoff to operations. A strong Vancouver market knowledge is required.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of estimating experience in the construction industry.
• Ability to independently lead full-cycle bids from strategy to submission.
• Strong commercial acumen with understanding of risk, pricing, and delivery models.
• Experience engaging directly with clients during the preconstruction phase.
• Degree or diploma in Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent.
• Solid knowledge of the Vancouver market and trade landscape.
• Detail-oriented and capable of ensuring scope completeness and pricing accuracy.
• Ability to challenge assumptions, identify gaps, and drive clarity in bids.
• Confidence in building strong client relationships during pursuits.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full-cycle bid process end-to-end, from early pursuit strategy to final submission.
• Act as the preconstruction lead, owning cost, scope, and pricing strategy.
• Develop bid strategy, win themes, and the commercial approach.
• Oversee quantity take-offs, pricing, and trade coverage.
• Validate assumptions, close scope gaps, and ensure pricing completeness.
• Maintain direct engagement with clients and consultants throughout the pursuit.
• Lead internal teams, ensuring clarity, alignment, and accountability; drive risk identification and mitigation.
• Ensure a clean and structured handoff to operations.

Skills

Bid management

Preconstruction leadership

Cost estimation

Risk management

Client engagement

Strategic bidding

Strong communication

Detail orientation

Education

Engineering or Construction Management degree

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Job Description

Ready to build your career? We want to hear from you.

Estimation is an art that drives opportunity and growth at the forefront of the construction process. In this leadership role, you will act as the Senior Estimator and Preconstruction Lead, owning the full bid process end-to-end while ensuring alignment on cost, scope, schedule, and risk.

You are not only responsible for producing estimates; you lead the entire pursuit, from early strategy and positioning through final submission and transition to operations. You serve as the single point of accountability during preconstruction, ensuring every pursuit is structured, competitive, and risk-aware.

This role is central to our growth, combining technical estimating expertise with project leadership, allowing you to shape winning strategies, mentor teams, and elevate how we pursue work.

What you will do

• Lead the full-cycle bid process end-to-end, from early pursuit strategy to final submission
• Act as the preconstruction lead, owning cost, scope, and pricing strategy
• Develop bid strategy, win themes, and commercial approach
• Oversee and/or complete quantity take-offs, pricing, and trade coverage
• Validate assumptions, close scope gaps, and ensure pricing completeness
• Maintain direct engagement with clients and consultants throughout the pursuit
• Lead internal teams, ensuring clarity, alignment, and accountabilityDrive risk identification and mitigation early in the process
• Ensure a clean and structured handoff to operations

What You Bring

• 7+ years of experience in estimating within the construction industry
• Proven ability to independently lead full-cycle bids from strategy to submission
• Strong commercial acumen with a solid understanding of risk, pricing, and delivery models
• Experience engaging directly with clients throughout the preconstruction phase
• Degree or diploma in Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent
• Strong knowledge of the Vancouver market and trade landscape
• A detail-oriented approach, ensuring scope completeness and pricing accuracy
• Ability to challenge assumptions, identify gaps, and drive clarity in complex bids
• Confidence in building strong client relationships and trust during pursuits
• A results-driven mindset focused on setting projects up for successful execution

Benefits

• RRSP with up to 5% employer matching
• Hybrid work model for corporate roles
• Employee stock ownership program
• Career growth through real development opportunities
• Transit pass reimbursement - get to work for free
• Minimum 4 weeks of vacation from day one

For the past six years, we've proudly held the distinction of being one of Canada's Top 100 Employers.

The expected compensation range posted for this role applies to available work locations in Ontario and/or British Columbia. Offered compensation may vary from the posted range based on a candidate's relevant skills, experience, qualifications, geographic location, and the final job for which they are hired.

Pomerleau is a national leader in construction, delivering major projects across Canada. We believe in creating a workplace where people feel respected, supported, and empowered to grow. Our culture is built on collaboration, trust, and a shared commitment to doing great work.