Intermediate Estimator

We are seeking an Senior Estimator with a passion for collaborative delivery models to join our team. Youll be at the heart of collaborative multistakeholder projects delivering cost certainty and value from project conception through to construction start on site.

Youll join a company thats pioneering the collaborative superstar: Integrative Project Delivery (IPD) in Canada with projects that truly move the needle on collaboration and innovation in construction.

Project sectors: ICI (Industrial Commercial Institutional) residential recreation centres and healthcare or ideally longterm care.

• Effectively determine the bid strategies required for Chandos to be successful
• Prepare and coordinate fullcost estimates for all project phases concept to tender with a focus on collaborative methodology
• Lead estimating workshops to align costs with project goals and foster transparent decisionmaking
• Perform detailed material labour equipment and subcontractor takeoffs
• Establish and maintain unit costs labour rates escalation and contingency allowances
• Solicit competitive bids negotiate with subcontractors/suppliers and conduct valueengineering reviews
• Provide constructability advice during preconstruction coordinating with operations teams on procurement schedule and logistics
• Track estimated vs. actual costs report variances and support lessons learned for continuous improvement
• Build and maintain exceptionally strong relationships with subtrades consultants suppliers and all of our valued clients

Qualifications :

Minimum requirements:

• Ten or more years of experience in commercial construction estimating
• Minimum of 5 years of experience estimating for a general contractor not self performing developer
• ICI residential recreational healthcare experience
• Able to clearly present complex cost data and influence decisions
• Post-secondary degree or diploma in construction/engineering or an appropriate field
• CEC designation (CIQS); Preferred: PQS designation
• Strong organizational prioritization and process discipline; advanced Excel and cost-estimating software proficiency
• Organized & Detail-Oriented: thrives under tight deadlines balancing multiple priorities
• Analytical & Technically Strong: proficient in reading drawings/specs and in cost modelling
• Collaborative: excels in consensus-building within diverse project teams
• Communicative: confident in presenting and defending cost recommendations
• IndustrySavvy: understands market conditions supply chains and sectorspecific complexities

Additional Information :

Chandos is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to a diverse equitable and inclusive culture and this includes our recruitment and hiring process.

We recognize that our differences are our greatest strengths. We uncover talent. We nurture talent. And then we give people the tools they need to use their talent to create a positive impact.

• We are 100% employee owned. Every person who works for Chandos can become an owner. There is only one class of units at Chandos because we believe everyone should be treated equal. We talk about being an entrepreneurial-minded organization and you can be sure we mean it!
• Competitive wages
• Well rounded employer paid benefits program including health dental vision care and employee assistance program
• RRSP matching program to aid and prepare employees for long-term financial security
• Educational assistance for employees who wish to pursue job-performance enhancing education
• Recognition and annual salary reviews program
• Leadership conferences that allow employees to connect and collaborate
• Regular company-wide engagement opportunities

Vacancy Status

We are actively recruiting for this position.

AI Disclosure Statement: Chandos is committed to transparent recruitment. Our internal team does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen assess or select applicants although we do use AI tools for administrative interview transcription and AI tools may be integrated or embedded in third-party platforms and software. Some of Chandos external staffing partners may use AI to screen assess or select candidates during their initial workflows. All final hiring decisions at Chandos are made personally by our hiring team.

Compensation Transparency

Expected salary band for this role is (depending on experience): $107000 to $122000

The base salary range for this role is listed above and may vary based on your experience.

This position also includes a competitive bonus program. Throughout the interview process well discuss your background to determine the best alignment for your experience level.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time

Experience: years
Vacancy: 1