Senior Estimator

Tomlinson is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Estimator to join our team. In this leadership‑focused role, you will apply your deep infrastructure and estimating expertise to prepare competitive tenders, support project execution, and contribute to continuous improvement across our estimating processes. You will work closely with construction, project administration, accounting, and senior leadership to ensure accurate costing, effective communication, and strong client and subcontractor relationships. This position is ideal for a seasoned professional who brings technical excellence, strong analytical abilities, and a collaborative, mentorship‑driven approach to supporting both project success and the development of junior staff.

Location: 100 Citigate Drive, Ottawa, ON

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Prepares Cost Estimates for Tenders

• Obtains tender documents.

• Attends job showings.

• Reviews site conditions

• Performs pre-qualification tasks as required.

• Obtains bonding, insurance etc. for tender submissions.

• Reviews and comprehends tender specifications and communicates with the tender consultant any questions or concerns.

• Communicates with sub-contractors to obtain pricing.

• Performs quantity calculations for all tender items.

• Performs 2‑dimensional digital take‑offs using Planswift and/or Bluebeam, as well as 3‑dimensional take‑offs using InSite or Trimble Business Center.

• Reviews and interprets contract documents with a strong ability to identify, assess, and mitigate project risks.

• Pricing of items and jobs to be performed in a computerized estimation program.

• Fills out pre-tender forms for tender tracking, fill out tender documents, delivery of tender documents, follow-up and provide tender results.

• Reviews tender submissions with the appropriate manager.

Liaises with Customers, Sub-contractors and Consulting Engineers to Build Personal Relationships and Promotes the Positive Qualities and Benefits of RWT

• Attends industry related functions to build relationships and networks.

• Communicates with engineers through budget pricing etc. to build a relationship and to establish a positive, inviting culture.

• Monitors job posting sites, newspapers, engineering firms etc. for tendering opportunities.

Internally Communicates to Construction, Project Administration and Accounting Contract Specification and Costing Details

• Issues job transmittals to construction, contract administration and accounting.

• Issues sub-contracts.

• Meets with job superintendent to provide and communicate relevant job information.

Provides Project Management Support for Contracts

• Negotiates additional work prices for on-going contracts.

• Approves sub-contract payments.

• Approves contract billings.

• Provides scope of work clarification to construction.

• Attends job meetings as required.

• Issues and circulates job change orders.

Reviews Job Costs from Previous and On-going Jobs to Provide Production Rate Analysis for Construction And Future Bids

• Reviews on-going and completed contracts to look for un-invoiced work.

• Reviews actual production rates to establish a data base.

• Reviews actual job costs and production rates to more accurately estimate future bids.

• Monitors and updates computerized estimation database to reflect current costs and contract information.

Work Towards Achieving More Advanced Training

• Attends training sessions to continue personal development.

• Identifies training opportunities and communicate to your manager.

• Works with senior staff to develop skills.

• Works with estimation to share and enhance individual knowledge and skills.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Certified Engineering Technologist designation or equivalent experience is required.

• 15+ years Infrastructure field experience and estimation

• Experience leading or mentoring junior staff

• Ability to provide constructive feedback to peers

• A high proficiency in:

• Microsoft Word

• Excel

• Outlook

• Estimation software systems

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Standard office environment. May be required to work occasional weekends or evenings.

COMPENSATION INFORMATION:

The expected salary range for this position is $110,000-$160,000. Placement within the range is dependant on a variety of factors including qualifications and experience.

TOMLINSON OFFERS:

• Competitive wages
• Bonus programs
• Employer paid health and dental benefits
• Extensive training programs and tuition reimbursement
• Retirement benefits program
• Family-oriented team environment
• Employee discounts and other rewards programs

The Tomlinson Group of Companies encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Please contact Human Resources if you need accommodation at any stage of the application process or want more information on our accommodation policies. We are committed to leveraging the latest technology to enhance our recruitment process. We may use AI tools in the screening and selection of candidates to efficiently and fairly assess all applicants. A Recruiter will review all results generated by AI. If you have any questions please contact our HR department.