Senior Project Estimator (Halifax Regional Municipality)
Acadian Construction
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Estimator to join our team. This role requires a seasoned professional who can provide strategic insight, technical expertise, and mentorship while ensuring the delivery of accurate and competitive estimates. If you are driven by challenge, motivated to lead, and committed to excellence, this position offers an opportunity to make a lasting impact at Acadian Construction.
Qualifications
- Minimum 7 years of estimating experience in the construction industry with a general contractor, including work on complex, multi‑million‑dollar projects.
- Diploma in Engineering Technology, Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Demonstrated leadership in guiding teams and mentoring junior staff.
- Strong negotiation, communication, and client‑relations skills (English required; French is an asset).
- Proficiency in MS Office, MS Project, On‑Screen Takeoff; familiarity with Revit BIM.
- Gold Seal Certification in Estimating (asset).
- Detail‑oriented, analytical, and adaptable, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced setting.
Responsibilities
- Preconstruction Leadership: Oversee and guide the full estimating process, from concept through to final submission, ensuring estimates are accurate, comprehensive, and competitive.
- Strategic Risk Management: Evaluate contracts, conditions, and scopes of work to proactively identify risks and develop robust mitigation strategies.
- Mentorship & Team Development: Provide guidance to junior estimators, fostering a collaborative, high‑performing team environment.
- Client & Stakeholder Relations: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, architects, consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams, representing Acadian Construction as a trusted partner.
- Market Intelligence: Monitor and analyze market conditions, pricing trends, and industry innovations to ensure estimates remain competitive and forward‑looking.
- Execution Planning: Develop project execution strategies, including preliminary schedules, resource requirements, and logistical considerations.
- Continuous Improvement: Champion the adoption of new technologies, processes, and best practices to advance estimating capabilities.
- Corporate Contribution: Support business development efforts by contributing insights during bid/no‑bid decisions and proposal preparation.
What We Offer
Competitive compensation package. Group advantages program, including health, dental, vision, and an Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP). Company RRSP program. Professional development and career growth opportunities.
Culture
A collaborative, team‑oriented culture built on our core values: Evolve, Lead, Own It, Collaborate, and Move Forward. Employee events, recognition initiatives, and opportunities to get involved. A modern office environment featuring a fully equipped onsite gym.
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