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Lead Estimator - Utilities, Civil, ElectricalBlack & McDonald Limited • Scarborough, Ontario, Canada
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Lead Estimator - Utilities, Civil, Electrical

Lead Estimator - Utilities, Civil, Electrical

Black & McDonald Limited • Scarborough, Ontario, Canada
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Position: Lead Estimator

Division: Transportation Construction
Location: Scarborough
Status: Full-time, in-office

Lead the Future of Transportation Construction at Black & McDonald

Black & McDonald is searching for an experienced and dynamic Lead Estimator for our Transportation Estimating team in Southern Ontario. Based in Scarborough, this is an exciting opportunity to take on a leadership role supporting large-scale transit and MTO infrastructure projects.

As a Lead Estimator, you will provide technical leadership, mentor junior estimators, and take full ownership of client-facing estimating activities. You'll play a pivotal role in securing new work and shaping estimate strategies.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Development

  • Lead, mentor, and coach junior estimators, supporting their technical growth and ensuring consistent, high-quality output.
  • Oversee workload distribution, review estimates, and provide direction on methodologies and best practices.
  • Champion a collaborative, supportive team culture grounded in accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Client Engagement & Business Development

  • Serve as a client-facing estimating lead for MTO, transit agencies, and major transportation stakeholders.
  • Lead client meetings, clarifications, scope discussions, and negotiations to finalize competitive and compelling bids.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with owners, consultants, suppliers, and subcontractors to support future opportunities.
  • Support the close-out and award process, ensuring all stakeholder requirements are met.

Estimating Leadership

  • Lead the preparation of electrical and civil estimates for transportation and transit projects, including:
    • Streetlighting
    • Traffic signal intersections
    • Intelligent Traffic Systems (ITS)
    • Duct banks and utilities
  • Oversee the full tendering cycle, including strategy development, risk assessments, bid reviews, and final proposal submissions.
  • Ensure accuracy in costing of materials, labour, equipment, and subcontractor pricing based on detailed drawings and specifications.
  • Review and enhance cost‑monitoring systems and reporting processes.
  • Guide development of tender construction schedules, scope-of-work narratives, and methodologies.
  • Maintain and advance the Bid2Win database, ensuring robust cost history and data integrity.
  • Identify and propose innovative estimating approaches and alternative solutions in collaboration with engineering and project delivery teams.

Core Competencies

  • Strong leadership presence with the ability to mentor and influence team members.
  • Exceptional communication skills and a client-first, solutions-driven mindset.
  • High attention to detail paired with strategic thinking and problem-solving capability.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and lead estimates under tight deadlines.

Education & Experience

  • Degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or Construction Fundamentals.
  • Background in utilities or electrical trades is considered an asset.
  • 8+ years of estimating experience, including exposure to transportation or transit projects.
  • Previous experience supervising, mentoring, or leading others is strongly preferred.
  • Proficiency in MS Office and Bid2Win (or equivalent) estimating software.

A Criminal Background Check and Professional Reference Check will be required as part of the screening process. All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

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