Manager, Estimating

The Manager, Estimating is responsible for leading the estimating team and overseeing the preparation of accurate, competitive, and commercially sound bids across civil construction, mining, forestry, infrastructure, and industrial projects. This role drives bid strategy, cost estimating, risk assessment, and pre-construction planning to support profitable growth and successful project delivery. Working closely with operations, project management, procurement, and executive leadership, the Manager, Estimating establishes estimating standards, mentors team members, and promotes continuous improvement to ensure high-quality, consistent estimating practices that align with organizational objectives. 

Location & Travel: This role is primarily remote with occasional travel ideally to West Kelowna and project sites. Experience working in remote project environments and a strong understanding of equipment, materials, and construction cost drivers are assets. 

Why Join Sutherland Heavy Civil? 

• Meaningful work on civil construction, mining, and infrastructure projects 

• Competitive pay, comprehensive rewards and benefits 

• Quality equipment, resources, and support to help you perform at your best 

• Opportunities to build a long-term career, not just a job 

• A team-first culture built on safety, respect, and accountability 

• Local roots and proud supporters of the communities where we live and work 

Compensation & Schedule  

$120,000 - $160,000 per year (negotiable) plus bonus 

Compensation will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, and overall alignment with the requirements of the role. 

Allowances: Eligible for cellphone allowance

Responsibilities  

• Lead, mentor, and develop the estimating team while ensuring the delivery of accurate, competitive, and timely bid submissions. 

• Oversee the preparation and review of estimates for heavy civil, mining, forestry, infrastructure, environmental, industrial, and resource-sector projects. 

• Review drawings, specifications, contract documents, schedules, and technical reports to develop comprehensive project cost estimates. 

• Lead bid strategy, pricing reviews, risk assessments, value engineering initiatives, and go/no-go decision-making processes. 

• Identify project risks, opportunities, constructability considerations, and commercial impacts while recommending mitigation strategies. 

• Coordinate subcontractor and supplier pricing, evaluate proposals, and support procurement and execution planning. 

• Collaborate with operations, project management, engineering, procurement, and executive leadership teams throughout the bid and project lifecycle. 

• Participate in client meetings, tender reviews, pre-bid discussions, and project handovers to support successful project execution. 

• Drive continuous improvement through estimating standards, historical cost tracking, productivity benchmarking, and process optimization. 

• Support business growth by providing strategic guidance on pursuit opportunities, market intelligence, resource planning, and commercial decision-making. 

Qualifications  

• Diploma, degree, or equivalent experience in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Engineering Technology, Quantity Surveying, Business, or a related field. 

• 8+ years of progressive estimating experience and 3+ years of leadership experience within construction, mining, forestry, industrial, infrastructure, or related industries. 

• Proven experience preparing, reviewing, and managing large, complex bids, estimates, and tender submissions. 

• Strong knowledge of cost estimating, bid strategy, risk assessment, value engineering, construction methods, productivity rates, and project execution practices. 

• Strong commercial, analytical, financial, and decision-making skills, with the ability to interpret drawings, specifications, contracts, and technical documentation. 

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and estimating software; experience with HeavyBid, B2W, InEight, Bid2Win, HCSS, scheduling software, and proposal development is considered an asset. 

Benefits & Total Rewards  

• Extended health, dental and vision 

• Life and travel insurance coverages 

• Comprehensive wellness and paramedical support 

• Employee assistance program 

• Generous pension matching 

• Referral bonus opportunities 

About Sutherland Heavy Civil 

Sutherland Heavy Civil is a broad-based forestry services provider with a strong focus on environmentally responsible and sustainable practices. For over 15 years, Sutherland Heavy Civil has delivered mobile large-scale chipping and grinding, forestry consulting, screening, road building and maintenance, and equipment rental services across British Columbia and Alberta. 

About Sutherland Group  

The Sutherland Group is a family of companies operating across transportation, construction, forestry, environmental, mining, marine, and industrial services. For 30 years, we have invested in our people, supported career growth, and delivered exceptional work for our customers and communities. 

Join the Team

Ready to build your career with a team that lives its values every day? We seek people who are Curious & Adaptable, Trustworthy, Humbly Confident, Better Together, and ready to Make It Happen. We'd love to hear from you. 

Different perspectives build better teams. The Sutherland Group of Companies is an equal employment opportunity employer. We are committed to hiring a diverse workforce and ensuring equity, diversity, and inclusivity in the workplace. We encourage applications from any protected basis such as persons with disabilities, women, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous/Aboriginal People of North America and any other basis under applicable law. 

 

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