Senior Lead Estimator – Mechanical or Electrical

Linesight; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Linesight is seeking a Lead Estimator to lead experienced teams in delivering cost management for complex projects. You will own estimating leadership, develop robust processes, and mentor staff while maintaining strong client relationships.

The role demands over 15 years in estimating across pharma, life sciences, petrochemical, industrial or manufacturing sectors, with proven ability to build high-performing estimating teams and to negotiate with contractors.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of estimating experience in pharma, life sciences, petrochemical, industrial or manufacturing sectors.
• Proficient across all stages of estimating and peer reviews.
• Experience building and leading an estimating team and guiding staff.
• Strong business development and negotiation skills with client representation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; builds strong relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert estimating leadership through the construction stage by managing relationships with project team, general contractors and client.
• Develop and implement robust processes and systems for the estimating team.
• Evaluate initial cost plans and ensure they are sufficient to carry out the work within agreed timeframes.
• Own the external contractor bid analysis process.
• Develop a benchmarking strategy for each industry and incorporate data into estimates for clients.
• Provide regular updates to stakeholders on estimate deliverables and quality controls.
• Support post-budget setting with expert guidance on change orders and cost analysis.

Skills

Estimating leadership

Team development

Client relations

Job description

Linesight is seeking a Lead Estimator to lead experienced teams in delivering cost management for complex projects. You will own estimating leadership, develop robust processes, and mentor staff while maintaining strong client relationships.

The role demands over 15 years in estimating across pharma, life sciences, petrochemical, industrial or manufacturing sectors, with proven ability to build high-performing estimating teams and to negotiate with contractors.