Lead Estimator for Infrastructure Projects

6 days ago

Oakville, Ontario, Canada PCL Construction Full time

About PCL Construction


PCL Construction is a renowned construction company that specializes in building the infrastructure and utilities that are essential to daily life.


We take pride in our work, and our team of skilled professionals is dedicated to delivering exceptional results on every project.



Job Description:


Civil Estimator

This role involves leading small to medium estimates or components of large estimates and reviewing all associated bid documents.


You will conduct detailed analysis of contract documents and specifications to determine and validate overall project requirements.


Additionally, you will ensure the completion of full quantity take-offs of all labour, equipment, and materials from project documents.



  • Leads small to medium estimates or components of large estimates and reviews all associated bid documents.
  • Conducts detailed analysis of contract documents and specifications to determine and validate overall project requirements.
  • Ensures the completion of full quantity take-offs of all labour, equipment, and materials from project documents.
  • Supports the estimate lead by populating tender forms, generating requests for information, anticipating proposal requirements, and assisting to establish a pursuit schedule.
  • Recognizes risks related to project specific requirement, site, schedule and market conditions/constraints. Uses contract terms to identify risks and opportunities.
  • Assists with bid document control by documenting, organizing, and archiving all information relating to the estimate for successful transfer to the project team.
  • Develops and maintains strong relationships with all stakeholders including subtrade partners and suppliers.
  • Solicits competitive pricing from subtrade partners and suppliers.
  • Works with pursuit and project teams during pursuit stages and project delivery stage.
  • Works closely with project team to provide project management and estimating support.


Qualifications and Skills:

To be successful in this role, you will require:



  • A Bachelor's degree or diploma in a related discipline or trade experience or equivalent.
  • 4-6 years of progressive experience in construction cost estimating.
  • Experience in Project Management preferred.
  • Successfully led pursuits valued at up to $50 million in various delivery methods.
  • General construction knowledge; understands specifications, drawings, materials, and methods and procedures.
  • Intermediate knowledge of key principles involved in bid preparation; including quantity takeoff procedures and systems, subtrade partner procurement, pricing, interdepartmental functions, general expense philosophy and bid-closing procedures.
  • Understanding of compensation models, market conditions, business trends, internal historical information, and competitors.
  • Experience in civil projects such as transit, underground infrastructure and structures.
  • Familiar with different delivery methods: hard bid, guaranteed maximum price (GMP), unit price, design-build, target prices, and cost reimbursable.
  • Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with stakeholders including the ability to solicit subtrade partners and suppliers.
  • Working knowledge of estimating software, advanced skills using Microsoft Office Suite and a strong aptitude for adopting new technology.


Total Rewards:


PCL Construction offers a comprehensive total rewards package that includes an employee share purchase offering, discretionary annual performance bonus, comprehensive benefits and wellness programs, retirement plan plus matching, and career development programs.


The estimated salary range for this position is between $90,000-$120,000 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience.


Employee Status: Regular Full-Time Company: PCL Constructors Canada Inc. Primary Location: Oakville, Ontario, Toronto, Ontario Job: Civil Estimator Requisition: 6870

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