Senior Estimator - Buildings

We're looking to add a Senior Estimator to our Mississauga office to contribute to the growth of our Building operations.

The Senior Estimator is responsible for the accurate, timely preparation of multiple construction estimates and budgets of varying complexity and size for our clients. This position plays a key role in helping the team maintain its leading reputation in the industry and in continuing its rapid growth. The Senior Estimator estimates conceptual design‑build, cost plus, lump sum and construction management projects, as well as works with the project team through to project design, tendering and vendor procurement.

Key Responsibilities

Responsible for preparing Estimates for Design‑Build and for CM projects. This will include all ‘soft’ budget elements including commentary, assumptions lists, presentation materials etc., as required

Lead on hard bid pursuits

Study plans and specifications

Interpret the technical specifications of the tender documents

Analyze and prepare tender documents

Discuss the working methods to be applied, parts of the work to be subcontracted, risks and constraints of the call for tenders

Perform quantity calculations

Evaluate the costs of materials, labor, and necessary equipment

Find prices from subcontractors and suppliers

Communicate with subcontractors and suppliers to confirm pricing, coverage, and cover scope gaps

Participate in mandatory visits and/or client meetings for relevant information

Prepare the review of proposals and ensure that the scope of work is complete

Conduct site visits, review and approve the preparation of drawings, specifications and other design documents and ensure integration between all disciplines

Communicating with vendors to obtain bids for materials and services needed for construction projects

Creates and issues tenders for sub‑contracting pricing

Reviewing bids from vendors to ensure compliance with contract requirements

Maintains a costing database for future budgeting and estimates

Participates in the identification of project risks, mitigating company exposure to them effectively

Develop and consider the project schedule as well as construction challenges in all estimates

Proactively follows up on RFIs and maintains information

Requirements

A minimum of 5 years of experience in the role of Construction Estimator within a General Contracting (GC) and/or Design‑Build GC firm having been the sole or lead Estimator with a clear track record of successfully won projects

Bilingual (an asset), but proficiency in English language with excellent communication skills (written and verbal) is required

Ability to obtain Secret‑level security and Reliability status

Working knowledge of construction equipment and techniques, estimating, drawings and specifications, building material and required standards applicable to discipline

Working knowledge of Site Development, Building Envelope and M&E Systems for ICI facilities

Proficiency in the use of estimating software

Ability to breakdown a project to elemental scopes of work with both complete sets of project documentation as well as from preliminary conceptual designs. Ability to provide confident and personable service to clients and sub‑contractors

Ability to work on multiple estimates of varying size and complexity

Ability to estimate high level budgets as well as detailed line‑item estimates

Ability to communicate with Project Managers effectively and Site Superintendents to verify scope capture and project plan of the estimate

Ability to communicate with engineers effectively and architects to ensure all scopes of work are considered.

Possesses effective writing and oral communication skills

Diploma or Degree in Engineering, Architecture or Construction Management

Previous experience supporting projects using Construction Management, Cost Plus, Stipulated Sum, and Design‑Build delivery methods

PQS / CEC designation, or working towards it, is considered an asset

Gold Seal Certification is desirable, but not required.

Skills and Attitudes

Autonomy

Dynamic and organized

Ability to work in a team

Able to perform in a fast‑paced environment with tight deadlines

Excellent organizational, communication and writing skills

Benefits

4 weeks of annual vacation

Complete group insurance program upon entry

Group RRSP with employer contribution to a Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)

24 hour access to a virtual doctor (telemedicine)

Training and development programs

Employee assistance program

Active social club and health and wellness committee

Diverse, innovative and stimulating environment

A company built on values of respect, integrity and a job well done

Corporate Clothing Program

Firm recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies

In accordance with applicable pay transparency legislation, EBC Inc. has included the expected salary range for this role, which is

$95,000 - $145,000.

Compensation within the range is determined based on relevant experience, qualifications, localization, and internal equity. Base salary is one component of EBC’s comprehensive total rewards offering, which may include performance‑based incentives, extended health and wellness benefits, retirement savings programs, and career development opportunities.

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