Talent.com
Estimator – Civil Construction - Head Hunter Workforce Solutions
Estimator – Civil Construction - Head Hunter Workforce SolutionsHead Hunter Workforce Solutions • ajax, on, ca
Estimator – Civil Construction - Head Hunter Workforce Solutions

Estimator – Civil Construction - Head Hunter Workforce Solutions

Head Hunter Workforce Solutions • ajax, on, ca
12 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

A leading civil and industrial construction contractor is seeking an Estimator – Civil Construction to support estimating and pre-construction activities for infrastructure and industrial projects across Ontario. This role will focus on preparing accurate cost estimates, supporting bid submissions, coordinating with subcontractors, and assisting senior estimators, while building expertise in civil construction estimating.

Key Responsibilities

Estimating & Cost Development

  • Assist in preparing detailed estimates for civil construction scopes including earthworks, concrete, underground utilities, and structural work.
  • Perform quantity take-offs from drawings, specifications, and site documentation under guidance from senior estimators.
  • Develop cost breakdowns for labour, equipment, materials, and subcontracted work.
  • Apply productivity rates, logistics considerations, and risk allowances into pricing.
  • Ensure estimate assumptions align with construction means and methods.

Pre-construction & Bid Support

  • Support preparation of bids, proposals, and budgets for public and private sector projects.
  • Participate in bid reviews, identifying scope gaps and constructability issues.
  • Issue and manage RFQs/RFPs to subcontractors and suppliers.
  • Assist in reviewing subcontractor pricing, exclusions, and commercial terms.
  • Prepare tender submissions, clarifications, and supporting documentation as directed.

Team Collaboration & Development

  • Coordinate with project managers, engineers, operations teams, and senior estimators to ensure accuracy and completeness of estimates.
  • Support junior estimators in developing take-off and pricing skills.
  • Maintain professional relationships with subcontractors and suppliers.

Systems & Continuous Improvement

  • Utilize estimating tools such as Bluebeam, Excel, AutoCAD and scheduling software.
  • Contribute to maintaining cost databases, productivity benchmarks, and estimating templates.
  • Assist in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance estimating accuracy and efficiency.



Requirements

Experience

  • 5+ years of estimating experience in civil construction.
  • Background in self-performed concrete, excavation, and underground utilities.
  • Exposure to preparing full-scope civil estimates, ideally under guidance of senior estimators.
  • Understanding of construction methods, productivity rates, and cost modeling.
  • Experience with contract review, bid analysis, and risk assessment is a plus.

Skills

  • Civil quantity take-offs and cost estimating.
  • Subcontractor and supplier coordination.
  • Support in bid strategy and proposal development.
  • Risk identification awareness.
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Ability to meet tight bid deadlines.

Software & Tools

  • Bluebeam
  • MS Excel
  • AutoCAD
  • Project scheduling tools (Primavera, MS Project, or similar)

Education

  • Degree or diploma in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Estimating, or related field.

Certifications (Preferred)

  • Gold Seal Estimator
  • Professional Quantity Surveyor (PQS)
  • Project Management Professional (PMP)



Benefits

  • Competitive compensation and performance incentives
  • Health, dental, and vision benefits
  • Professional development and training support
  • Career growth opportunities
  • Paid vacation and flexible work environment

Create a job alert for this search

Estimator – Civil Construction - Head Hunter Workforce Solutions • ajax, on, ca

Similar jobs

Estimator – Civil Construction

Head Hunter Workforce Solutionsajax, ON, ca
Full-time

A leading civil and industrial construction contractor is seeking an Estimator – Civil Construction to support estimating and pre-construction activities for infrastructure and industrial projects ...Show more

 • Promoted

Data Architecture & Governance Advisor - Spanish Required

Cuso InternationalScugog, Ontario
Permanent

This Volunteer Placement is Located in:.Please submit a Spanish Resume and Statement of Interest.Open to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada only.This volunteer placement offers a u...Show more

 • Promoted

Project Manager - B.M.I. Construction Co. Limited

B.M.I. Construction Co. Limitedpickering, on, ca
Full-time

Project Manager — Engineering-Driven Construction Leadership.Pickering, Ontario | Full-Time | On-Site.Limited is a trusted General Contractor based in Pickering, Ontario, delivering projects across...Show more

 • Promoted

Trigonometry Private Tutoring Jobs Beaverton

SuperprofBeaverton, Canada
Full-time +1

Superprof is Canada's #1 tutoring platform, and we're actively recruiting passionate tutors! Whether you're a student, a professional, or simply someone who loves teaching, join the largest communi...Show more

 • Promoted

Complete Online Surveys For Cash (Up to $25/per)

Earn HausBrock, ON, CA
Full-time +1

Looking for people to participate in taking online surveys for Fortune 500 brands.All you need to do is complete online surveys by sharing your opinion.You will help influence brand decisions on se...Show more

 • Promoted

Earn Cash From Taking Surveys Online

Earn HausBrock, ON, CA
Full-time +1

Looking for people to participate in taking online surveys for Fortune 500 brands.All you need to do is complete online surveys by sharing your opinion.You will help influence brand decisions on se...Show more

 • Promoted

Survey Taker: Earn up to $25 per survey (Remote)

Earn HausBrock, ON, CA
Remote
Full-time +1

Looking for people to participate in taking online surveys for Fortune 500 brands.All you need to do is complete online surveys by sharing your opinion.You will help influence brand decisions on se...Show more

 • Promoted

Construction Project Manager - Boustan

Boustanoshawa, on, ca
Full-time

St-Laurent, Montreal Head Office.Construction & Project Management.Manage new store construction and renovation projects from A to Z.Develop and manage project timelines, budgets, and opening sched...Show more

 • Promoted

Construction Project Manager

Boustanoshawa, ON, ca
Full-time

Job Title: Construction Project Manager Location: St-Laurent, Montreal Head OfficeEmployment Type: Full-Time Key Responsibilities...Show more

 • Promoted

Project Development Advisor - Spanish Required

Cuso InternationalScugog, Ontario
Permanent

This Volunteer Placement is Located in:.Please submit a Spanish Resume and Statement of Interest.Open to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada only.Cuso International is seeking an ex...Show more

 • Promoted

Employability Advisor - Spanish Required

Cuso InternationalScugog, Ontario
Permanent

This Volunteer Placement is Located in:.Please submit a Spanish Resume and Statement of Interest.Open to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada only.Join us in empowering Venezuelan mi...Show more

 • Promoted

Construction Manager

Airswiftoshawa, ON, ca
Full-time

Our client, a major Oil and Gas company, is looking for a Construction Manager to join their team on a 1-year contract in Edmonton, AB.MAIN FUNCTIONSLead Site Safety and Safety, Health and Environm...Show more

 • Promoted

Construction Project Manager - oshawa

Boustanoshawa, on, ca
Full-time

St-Laurent, Montreal Head Office.Construction & Project Management.Manage new store construction and renovation projects from A to Z.Develop and manage project timelines, budgets, and opening sched...Show more

 • Promoted

Estimator Role in Civil and Industrial Construction Projects

Head Hunter Workforce SolutionsAjax, ON, CA
Full-time

Seek an Estimator to enhance project bidding for civil construction.Focus on cost accuracy, coordinate with subcontractors, and support senior estimators in developing project estimates across vari...Show more

 • Promoted

Geometry Private Tutoring Jobs Beaverton

SuperprofBeaverton, Canada
Full-time +1

Superprof is Canada's #1 tutoring platform, and we're actively recruiting passionate tutors! Whether you're a student, a professional, or simply someone who loves teaching, join the largest communi...Show more

 • Promoted

Forward Deployed Engineer - ForgeSight

ForgeSightoshawa, on, ca
Full-time

MVPs and pilot use cases to enterprise-wide deployments, optimization, and ongoing support.We are dedicated to helping organizations achieve measurable results and maximize the value of their inves...Show more

 • Promoted

Forward Deployed Engineer

ForgeSightoshawa, ON, ca
Full-time

ForgeSight is a Palantir partner, our team of engineers, architects, and strategists partners with clients to deliver everything from MVPs and pilot use cases to enterprise-wide deployments, optimi...Show more

 • Promoted

Director, Pre-Construction

Keller Construction Ltd.oshawa, ON, ca
Full-time

Why Work at Keller Construction Ltd.At Keller, our people are our greatest strength.Joining us means being part of a company that values teamwork, innovation, and growth.We create a supportive envi...Show more