Senior Estimator

Position: Senior EstimatorLocation: TorontoOur client, a leader in their field, is currently looking for a Senior Estimator to add to their team.The Senior Estimator plays a key role in preparing both detailed and conceptual estimates, ensuring accurate costing and well-supported bid submissions. This position evaluates project risks and opportunities, oversees estimating activities across all scopes of work, and contributes to overall pre-construction planning. The role may also provide leadership to junior estimators and support strong working relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams.General synopsis of the role: (Full job description available)Estimating & Cost Development- Produce complete estimates and quantity take-offs across 16 divisions.- Build conceptual estimates using drawings, specifications, and partially developed design information.- Review and analyze subcontractor pricing, verifying alignment with project scope and requirements.- Participate in bid closings, ensuring information is accurate, organized, and submitted on time.- Identify and address inconsistencies, missing information, or unusual pricing.Risk & Scope Review- Examine drawings, specifications, and addenda to pinpoint potential risks, gaps, and assumptions early in the process.- Evaluate constructability, schedule considerations, and procurement challenges.- Highlight areas requiring clarification and communicate concerns to senior leadership.- Recommend strategies to reduce exposure and strengthen competitiveness.Planning, Coordination & Documentation- Determine estimating priorities and set internal timelines and milestones.- Collaborate with Project Managers, Pre-Construction teams, and the Chief Estimator to explore cost-saving ideas and alternative solutions.- Maintain well-organized estimate files, historical cost records, and supporting documents.Budgeting & Value Analysis- Prepare preliminary budgets and pricing updates throughout design development.- Identify opportunities for cost efficiency for both clients and internal teams.- Support value engineering efforts with practical alternates and recommendations.- Review and level subcontractor bids to ensure consistency and accuracy.Qualifications, Education and Experience:- Degree or diploma in Civil Engineering, Engineering Technology, Architecture, or Construction Management.- Minimum of 8 years’ experience in estimating with a strong track record of successful bids in ICI.- Proven ability to handle full-cycle estimating with minimal oversight.- Solid understanding of construction methods, materials, and industry standards.- Comfortable interpreting drawings, contracts, specifications, and addenda.- Proficiency in Excel, On-Screen Takeoff, and estimating/bid management platforms (Viewpoint or similar considered an asset).- Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.- Experience providing guidance or supervision to junior and intermediate estimators.- Present cost findings, assumptions, and recommendations clearly to internal and external stakeholders.- Contribute to meetings and discussions that shape bid strategy and project pursuit demonstrating excellent verbal and written communication skills, and confidently lead discussions or presentations when required.- Delegate tasks effectively and help reinforce best practices across the estimating function and provide coaching and feedback.- Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and industry partners and ensure timely and professional communication with external partners.- Maintain a reliable network to support accurate pricing and strong bid performance.- High attention to detail and accuracy and ability to manage multiple priorities with professionalism and urgency.- Organized, accountable, and solutions-focused in all aspects of work.- Demonstrates reliability, initiative, and a consistent commitment to quality.- Works collaboratively, communicates proactively, and supports organizational goals.- Approaches challenges with a constructive, “can-do” mindset and shows strong ownership, persistence, and commitment to continuous improvement.Our client offers a full remuneration package and great team environment.Please send your resume in Word format to Rona Geringer at rgeringer@quantum.ca.REFER A PERM HIRE AND EARN UP TO $1,000 For more details, click here.