Structural Estimator

Green Infrastructure Partners Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Canada's construction sector seeks a Sr. Construction Estimator with extensive experience in civil infrastructure. The role involves preparing cost estimates and collaborating with diverse teams to ensure accurate budgeting for structural projects. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong analytical skills, risk assessment capabilities, and proficiency in industry-standard estimating software.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in civil infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of OPSS and OPSD standards for MTO.
• Experience estimating within design-build delivery models.

Responsibilities

• Support the Estimating Lead in preparing detailed cost estimates for structural scopes.
• Apply first principles estimating techniques to develop accurate Class 1 estimates.
• Assess incomplete and evolving designs to identify cost assumptions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Written communication

Risk assessment

Education

Degree in civil engineering or related discipline

Tools

InEight

HeavyBid

Job description

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• Support the Estimating Lead in preparing detailed cost estimates for structural scopes on design-build and complex transportation projects. This scope includes bridge superstructures and substructures, deep foundations, formwork, falsework, reinforcement, structural steel, post-tensioning, demolition, and associated temporary works.
• Assist in preparing the Basis of Estimate (BOE) documentation including methodology, key assumptions, exclusions, benchmarking, and classification of estimates.
• Apply first principles estimating techniques to develop accurate Class 1 estimates in accordance with AACE Recommended Practices.
• Interpret and apply OPSS and OPSD standards for MTO structural projects, including understanding relevant quality control and assurance provisions.
• Assess incomplete and evolving designs to identify cost assumptions, quantify risk exposure, and support contingency development.
• Coordinate with the Estimating Lead and technical team to develop estimate structures, assess construction risks, and evaluate alternate means, methods, and sequencing of bridge construction.
• Build and maintain detailed cost breakdown structures for bridge and structural components.
• Support subcontractor and supplier procurement by issuing RFQs, evaluating bid submissions, and managing relevant documentation.
• Integrate current market trends, escalation, and risk pricing factors into structural estimates.
• Participate in risk register development and calculate contingency values based on project-specific risk analyses.
• Utilize industry-standard estimating software such as InEight or HeavyBid.
• Collaborate with quantity take-off teams to validate and reconcile structural quantities, while identifying assumptions and areas of quantity risk.
• Work closely with project controls, design, and construction teams throughout the design and estimating lifecycle.

Position Requirements :

• Degree in civil engineering, structural engineering, or related discipline from a recognized post-secondary institution, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in civil infrastructure, including 3+ years in a dedicated structural estimating capacity.
• Demonstrated experience working on and / or estimating MTO bridge projects, with strong working knowledge of OPSS and OPSD standards.
• Proven proficiency in first principles estimating for structural components and Class 1 cost estimates.
• Experience estimating within design-build delivery models is an asset.
• Strong ability to interpret evolving design documents and develop corresponding cost, risk, and contingency assessments.
• Familiarity with AACE Recommended Practices and industry cost estimating standards.
• Proficiency in industry estimating software such as InEight, HeavyBid, or similar tools.
• Sound understanding of structural procurement processes, including RFQ issuance, bid evaluation, and subcontractor / supplier engagement.
• Experience identifying and evaluating construction risks associated with large-span bridges and calculating contingency values.
• In-depth knowledge of Ontario’s infrastructure market conditions and their influence on structural costing.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and analytical abilities, with a collaborative mindset.
• Able to work under pressure, manage competing priorities, and deliver high-quality work on tight deadlines.

About Us

As we look to the future, we need creative, ambitious, and innovative professionals like you who can help us to build the world of tomorrow, today.

GIP team members are at the heart of our success in designing and delivering infrastructure projects safely, thoughtfully, and with the highest quality. Our culture allows employees to bring their A Game to work each day. If you want to work for a world-class organization that provides an exceptional career experience with an inclusive and collaborative culture, this opportunity is for you!

Our People

At Green Infrastructure Partners (GIP), our people are second to none. Our most valuable asset is people – our employees, our customers, and the public. Nothing is more important than our people coming to work happy and leaving safely. GIP team members are at the heart of our success in designing and delivering infrastructure projects safely, thoughtfully, and with the highest quality.

Our Work

The work we do impacts lives. It impacts our schools and neighbourhoods and shapes our communities and cities. We are one of Canada’s largest and fastest growing construction companies. Every day our people are designing, delivering, and maintaining infrastructure for Canada’s rapidly growing cities. From demolition, shoring and foundations, excavation, remediation, to structures, paving and the production of materials, we have the unique ability to self perform all project scopes without reliance on sub-contractors. The work we at GIP today will carry us into a better, greener, and safer tomorrow.

Our Culture

We are committed to fostering a work environment that embraces Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging for all so our people benefit from the creative solutions that come from embracing differences.

Sustainability is part of our DNA. We focus on recycling and reusing materials by taking old roads and reengineering them into new roads, keeping tons of used materials out of our landfills.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Construction

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