Senior Estimator

Global Professional Consultants Ireland; Dublin; On-site; EUR 98,294 - 102,649; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance Bonus

Comprehensive healthcare & dental scheme

Pension Scheme

Job summary

Global Professional Consultants Ireland is seeking a Senior Estimator to relocate to Toronto, Ontario, Canada. This position offers a competitive salary ranging from $158,000 to $165,000 CAD, plus a relocation package of $15,000 to $25,000 CAD.

The successful candidate will have over 10 years of field and estimating experience and be responsible for preparing estimates, developing schedules, and training junior estimators. Benefits include comprehensive healthcare, a pension scheme, and generous annual leave.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of combined field and estimating experience.
• Gold Seal Certification and LEED Accreditation are assets.
• Ability to interpret tender documents with understanding of contractual requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop coaching and mentoring skills within the estimating team.
• Prepare preliminary construction schedules based on productivity.
• Review and analyze subcontractor bids for accuracy.

Skills

Estimating software proficiency

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Training and mentoring

Education

Diploma or degree in a relevant field

Tools

Primavera

OnScreen Takeoff

Bluebeam

Agtek

BIM modelling

Job description

Exciting opportunity for a Senior Estimator to relocate to Toronto, Ontario, Canada and join the Building Division of one of Canada’s Largest Main Contractors (Circa $4 Billion turnover annually) to work across a mixed portfolio of High-Rise, Commercial, Healthcare, Infrastructure, Transportation, and Educational projects.

Duties

• Develop coaching and mentoring skills within the estimating team throughout the estimating process.
• Determine project scope of work and set up estimates in the company’s standard estimating program.
• Prepare preliminary construction schedules based on self-perform productivities and subcontractor input.
• Complete estimate quantification and costing for general conditions, labour, equipment, materials, and subtrade plugs.
• Identify constructability requirements and analyze design criteria to recommend cost-effective options.
• Assess project risks, cost mitigation strategies, and opportunities for savings.
• Propose strategies, advantages, and innovations to enhance bid competitiveness.
• Apply historical labour and equipment productivities to estimates.
• Review and analyze subcontractor bids for accuracy and scope inclusion.
• Participate in or lead bid closings on medium to large-scale projects.
• Assemble conceptual and budget cost estimates using historical data and benchmarking.
• Develop scopes of work for subcontractors and engage in post-award scope clarification and negotiations.
• Prepare estimate schedules, delegate tasks within the estimating team, and ensure milestone deadlines are met.
• Lead strategy meetings, bid kick-off meetings, and other formal estimating processes.
• Work autonomously to prioritize workload, select appropriate execution methods, and guide team autonomy.
• Provide accurate risk and scope assessments for completed estimates.
• Generate, cost, and review risk mitigation plans, ensuring proper bonding, insurance, and contingencies.
• Select and invite trade partners to tender, ensuring financial viability, manpower adequacy, and technical expertise.
• Participate in fee assessments and discussions to ensure proper calculation.

Requirements

• Diploma or degree in a relevant field from a college or technical school.
• Gold Seal Certification, LEED Accreditation, and LEAN experience are assets.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly.
• 10+ years of combined field and estimating experience; design-build experience and knowledge of various procurement methods is an asset.
• Proficiency in estimating and scheduling software such as Primavera (preferred), OnScreen Takeoff, Bluebeam, Agtek, and BIM modelling.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Ability to interpret tender documents, specifications, and drawings with an understanding of contractual requirements.
• Extensive knowledge of all construction scopes of work and the ability to develop detailed scopes for trade tenders.
• Experience in training and mentoring junior estimators throughout the estimating lifecycle.
• Ability to foster strong industry relationships.

Benefits

• Salary $158,000 – $165,000 CAD (Circa €108,000 – €113,000).
• Relocation package $15,000 to $25,000 CAD.
• Work permit and visa costs covered by the company.
• Performance Bonus.
• Comprehensive healthcare & dental scheme.
• Pension Scheme.
• Generous annual leave entitlement + public holidays.

For further information about this opportunity and details about relocation to Canada, please reach out to Eve on 086 189 3835 or send a copy of your CV to [e-mail]