Chief Estimator - CANADA

Contract Scotland; Greater London; On-site; GBP 54,271 - 75,979; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction solutions partner is hiring a Chief Estimator to manage estimations for large projects in the transportation sector. Required is a Bachelor's degree and 20 years of experience, including at least 5 years in senior estimating roles. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership while mentoring teams and ensuring financial success in bids. Join a team that values growth and innovation in a variety of infrastructure projects across Canada, Europe, and Australia.

Qualifications

• 20 years of experience with at least 5 years in a senior estimating role.
• Proficient in design-build and construction management.
• Gold Seal Certified or LEED Accredited is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Oversee bidding and pre-construction estimating.
• Develop and approve project risk and cost mitigation strategies.
• Manage and mentor estimating teams.

Skills

Leadership

Estimating

Risk management

Client relationship management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Recruitment Associate | White-Collar Construction & Property | Canada, Europe & Australia

Employment Type: Permanent FT (CAN)

Workplace Type: Office

Why Move to Canada?

Canada continues to rank among the world’s most livable countries — known for its stability, safety, and world‑class quality of life. With a strong economy, universal healthcare, and diverse culture, it’s an ideal destination for professionals looking to advance their careers while building a meaningful life. From thriving urban centres to pristine natural landscapes, Canada offers a rare balance of opportunity and well‑being — making it the perfect setting for the next chapter of your leadership journey.

About the Company:

Our client is an employee‑owned construction solutions partner that services the buildings, industrial, infrastructure, water and project finance sectors. We deliver lasting value for our clients through meticulous planning and scheduling, while upholding rigorous safety and quality standards. With offices throughout North America, our passionate and knowledgeable teams deliver projects that enable communities to thrive and people to live, work, move and grow in a rapidly changing world. With over nine decades of experience. Join our team to deliver a better tomorrow.

We are seeking top‑tier talent to join our Infrastructure division and build innovative projects in the transit and transportation sectors, such as roads, highways/freeways, bridges, interchanges, LRTs, BRTs, and airports. As a member of this collaborative team, you can expect a safe, diverse and inclusive environment, and on‑going learning and career development opportunities.

About the Role

The Chief Estimator reports directly to the Ontario Pre‑Construction Director and will have an in‑depth knowledge of conceptual estimating, budgeting, tendering, proposal submission, and construction methodology. The Chief Estimator will have oversight of large projects and transit estimating teams while being mentored by the Director to further develop their leadership skills and approach to pursuit activities.

• Be responsible for bidding and pre‑construction estimating and the financial results in partnership with the Director
• Complete project scope of work reviews to ensure completeness of estimates, and that all technical specifications, subcontractor scopes, and general condition items have been quantified and costed
• Identify and develop constructability requirements for orders of magnitude and high‑level budgeting
• Propose and approve project risk and cost mitigation as well as the potential for project opportunities and cost savings
• Propose and approve potential bid strategies, constructability requirements, and advantages or innovations to increase bidding success
• Prepare and coordinate estimates as required
• Compile and track analytics relating to project estimating pursuits
• Be responsible for managing, training and or mentoring other estimators and the profit/loss performance of the estimated projects
• Provide leadership, coaching, and mentoring in planning, organising, coordinating, supervising and training estimating personnel
• Encourage and instil coaching and mentoring skills to the estimating team
• Oversee all estimates, including detailed review of others’ work
• Build effective relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders (operations staff) that reflect and support Graham core values and Graham brand image

Qualifications / Experience

• Completion of a University (Bachelor) program involving acquisition of an advanced understanding of complex concepts and procedures, often recognised by a degree (e.g., BA/BSc); Gold Seal Certified, LEED Accredited, LEAN experience, MRICS, and CIQS are all assets
• 20 years of combined field and estimating experience with senior estimating (Estimating Manager) experience of at least 5 years with a medium‑to‑large General Contractor
• Leadership responsibility related to ICI related projects
• Successful experience in leading $100+ million projects and managing and mentoring of an estimating team
• Proven ability to lead and develop a high‑performing team
• Thorough understanding and proficiency in design‑build, IPD and Construction Management is an asset