Sr. Estimator

Aecon Concessions; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Aecon Concessions is seeking an Estimator for the Civil East Ontario team to manage project estimates and budgets. This role requires strong analytical skills and experience in civil project estimating, contributing to major infrastructure developments across Canada.

Benefits

Comprehensive wellness benefits, virtual healthcare

Investment in employee development programs

Employee stock options and retirement plans

Qualifications

• 5-8 years’ experience in civil project estimating.
• Strong investigative skills for reviewing site conditions.
• Proficiency in bid management processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead estimating efforts on major projects.
• Prepare procurement packages and review responses.
• Assist in risk assessment and management process.

Skills

Civil project estimating

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Job description

It has come to our attention that various international organizations or individuals have been offering false employment opportunities at Aecon Group Inc. Aecon Group Inc. employment policies and processes involve interviews, and candidates who seek employment are never required to pay us any sum of money. To do so would be contrary to our business conduct guidelines and ethical practices. We also do not extend formal offers of employment or execute employment agreements through social media or social chat platforms.

We take this matter extremely seriously and are working with the appropriate authorities to shut down such fraudulent schemes. Please remain vigilant on this matter and report any suspicious outreach to your local authorities and email any concerns to [e-mail]

Date: May 23, 2025

Location: Toronto, ON, CA

Operating Sector: Major Projects East

Build Your Career at Aecon

Aecon is proud to build some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of this generation. From the roads and transit systems that connect our communities, to the communication networks that link us from coast-to-coast, and the water infrastructure that supplies our businesses and homes. Our integral work includes constructing the pipelines that join provinces with the energy that fuels the nation, and the airports and ports that connect us all. Aecon is there, safely and sustainably building the future.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our employees. We are always searching the globe for exceptional candidates to join the Aecon family and be a part of our forward-thinking, innovative, best-in-class organization!

What is the Opportunity?

Aecon Civil is a market leader with a self-perform competitive advantage and core local strength in key markets. We’re proud of our work helping to expand and improve Canada’s infrastructure and transportation networks, and we’re ready to build the future of our country.

Aecon is currently seeking an Estimator to join the Civil East Ontario team. The Estimator is responsible for the delivery of organized estimates, budgets, and schedules and ensure the necessary systems and procedures are implemented to manage Aecon’s risk.

What You’ll Do Here:

• Contribute to, or lead (as appropriate) the estimating efforts on various bids for major projects within civil, rail and building disciplines
• Pricing activities into the Hard Dollar estimating program
• Preparation of procurement packages, reviewing responses and assisting with updating of estimates
• Taking off quantities from bid drawings
• Reviewing specifications to identify scope
• Coordinating with other functions, and other Aecon Group estimators as necessary to support the estimating process
• Communicate with sub-trades
• Assist in reviewing documents for proposals to enable complete estimate preparation
• Organize and obtain appropriate bonding and insurance requirements on estimates
• Contribute to the risk assessment and management process
• Assist proposals managers with collation and presentation of documents and reports for review and close-out process
• Participate in bid management meetings and estimate reviews
• Administration of document management for bids

What You Bring to the Team:

• 5-8 years’ experience in civil project estimating within the construction industry
• Experience working on large scale projects, including design-build
• Excellent working knowledge of various types of civil construction contracts (e.g., Lump Sum, Cost Reimbursable, Unit Price, Target, Guaranteed Maximum Price, etc.)
• Working knowledge of industry standards, specifications, contract language/Terms and Conditions/Bonding etc.
• Deep civil technical expertise and understanding of regulatory requirements in one or more of Aecon’s operating markets (Civils, Nuclear, Utilities, Rail, etc.)
• Strong investigative skills for tenders, accurately reviewing site conditions impacting bid costs, ensuring constructability, and mentoring others
• Effective negotiation skills with vendors, conforming to procurement requirements including budgets and terms
• Thorough understanding of bid strategies, margins, and forecasting
• Ability to present and defend estimates to management confidently
• Expertise in requesting clarifications from clients professionally and effectively
• Proficiency in the job handover process from estimating to operations

What Makes us Aecon Proud:

• Engaging, agile, and inclusive workplace culture
• Commitment to sustainability and becoming a net-zero company by 2050
• Investment in employee development through programs like Aecon University, BluePrint leadership, and Project Management Academy
• Comprehensive wellness benefits, virtual healthcare, paid health and dental premiums, Employee Assistance Program, and more
• Recognition programs including Aecon Accolades and Achievement Awards
• Employee stock options, incentive programs, retirement savings, and pension plans

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We welcome applications from women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and individuals of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Please contact us if you require accommodation during the application process.