Apply in 3 Minutes: Estimator

2 weeks ago

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Minto Group Full time
Build your future at Minto


Since 1955, we've been proudly building better places for people to live, work, and play, one home and one relationship at a time.

To us, it's all about special moments — like the thrill of a new apartment, the pride in owning a first home, or a growing investment partnership.

We recognize this continues with great employees, like you, and would love for you to join us on our mission.

At Minto, we welcome change, celebrate new ideas, and provide you with the resources, professional training, and diverse opportunities to grow your career.


Your offer will include:

  • Competitive salary
  • Annual bonus + benefits effective 1st day + retirement savings plan/RRSP matching plan + 3 weeks' vacation
  • Tuition reimbursement plans and professional development courses
  • Employee recognition platform – Be rewarded by your colleagues for your contributions
  • Flexible summer hours
  • Many exciting career opportunities

Your Role on our Team:

The Estimator is responsible for providing support on all costing, budgeting, tenders and contracts for all related construction projects (Low-Rise and Hi-Rise).


In this role, you will:

  • Assists in compiling and coordinating drawings and specifications in accordance with the tender documents;
  • Facilitates cost control in design development budgets.
  • Prepares, monitors, and updates construction budgets.
  • Support in value engineering of new details, design and products.
  • Prepares and reviews construction cost estimates from initial design stage to final working drawings.
  • Prepares and manages tender packages which include scopes of work and tender documentation for the trades.
  • Prepares the tender analysis based on submitted tenders from the Trades.
  • Preparation of contract documents.
  • Research of new products and materials, for the purpose of cost saving, efficiencies and use of sustainable alternatives.
  • Other duties within the scope, spirit, and purpose of the job, as requested by management.

We would like you to have:

  • University Degree (Civil Engineering, Architectural or Engineering degree or related discipline) or a College Diploma (Construction Management, Civil Engineering Technologist or related discipline).
  • A minimum of two to five (25) years of relevant work experience in construction as an Estimator. Low-Rise wood frame construction background would be considered an asset.
  • Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), Outlook
  • On Screen Takeoff computer programming is an asset
  • Newstar ERP System
  • Knowledge of residential construction (singlefamily residential)
  • Occupational Health and Safety Act
Our future is better together. Apply now and join us

Minto is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment.

We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live, including those with disabilities.

Should you require accommodation or support in any aspect of our recruitment and selection process, we will work with you to meet your needs.

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