Estimator - Buildings

Our client, a leading construction organization, is seeking an Estimator II / Estimator III to join their Buildings team in Oakville, Ontario.
This is a full-time, permanent opportunity for a construction estimating professional with experience in building construction, detailed cost estimating, quantity take-offs, and subcontractor procurement. The successful candidate will contribute to competitive bids and preconstruction activities across a diverse portfolio of projects, including high-rise condominiums, residential, mixed-use, commercial, and institutional developments.
Benefits & Perks
Competitive base salary ranging from $85,000–$135,000, based on experience and qualifications
Please note, this role will be fully in-office at the client’s Oakville, Ontariooffice
Permanent Opportunity + Health and Dental Benefits
Responsibilities
Review and interpret construction drawings, specifications, contract documents, and tender requirements to prepare accurate cost estimates
Perform detailed quantity take-offs for labour, materials, equipment, and other project requirements
Prepare and coordinate tender packages, bid forms, requests for information (RFIs), and supporting bid documentation
Solicit, review, and analyze subcontractor and supplier quotations to ensure competitive and complete pricing
Develop and review scopes of work to identify scope gaps, overlaps, exclusions, and discrepancies
Lead estimates for small- to medium-sized projects or support larger and more complex pursuits, depending on experience
Identify project risks, cost-saving opportunities, and value engineering alternatives
Monitor market conditions, labour rates, material costs, and industry trends to support accurate estimating
Coordinate bid schedules, tender submissions, and bid-day activities to ensure deadlines are met
Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, consultants, and internal stakeholders
Collaborate with project managers, construction teams, and senior estimating professionals throughout the preconstruction and bidding process
Maintain organized estimating records, historical cost information, and bid documentation
Support junior team members and contribute to knowledge sharing, as required
Qualifications
Post-secondary education in construction management, engineering, quantity surveying, or a related discipline;
equivalent constructionindustry experience will also be considered
At least 3 years of progressive construction cost estimating experience, preferably within the building construction sector
Experience estimating building construction projects, including residential, high-rise condominiums, mixed-use, commercial, or healthcare developments, is preferred
Experience with competitive hard-bid tenders and detailed quantity take-offs is required
Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, subcontractor procurement, cost estimating principles, and bid preparation
Familiarity with various project delivery and pricing methods, including hard bid, guaranteed maximum price (GMP), unit price, design-build, target price, and cost-reimbursable arrangements
Experience coordinating subcontractor and supplier pricing and developing complete, competitive estimates
Proficiency with estimating software and Microsoft Office applications
Strong analytical, organizational, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet strict tender deadlines, and collaborate effectively with project stakeholders
Experience independently leading estimates for projects valued up to approximately $25 million or more is an asset
Previous experience mentoring junior team members or coordinating estimating activities is an asset
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