Estimator - Civil Construction
Job description
Civil Construction Estimator – Municipal & Transit Infrastructure Location: Greater Toronto Area (GTA) Full-Time | Permanent Salary: $110,000–$180,000 + Benefits + Bonus About the Company: Our client is a leading civil contractor specializing in municipal infrastructure and transit-related projects, with expertise in underground utilities, roadworks, bridge construction, and large-scale excavations.
Known for delivering high-quality and complex projects on schedule and within budget, the company is expanding its pre-construction team with a skilled Estimator who can support upcoming bids and long-term growth. The Opportunity: As a Civil Construction Estimator, you will play a key role in preparing accurate, competitive, and timely cost estimates for civil projects ranging from municipal infrastructure upgrades to major transit-related works.
Projects typically range in value from $1 million to $100 million+, giving you the opportunity to work on some of the region’s most challenging and high-profile infrastructure developments.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare detailed cost estimates for projects in underground utilities, road construction, bridge works, and large excavations
- Analyze drawings, specifications, and addendums to determine project scope and requirements
- Conduct quantity take-offs, prepare unit pricing, and review subcontractor and supplier quotes
- Work closely with project managers, engineers, and clients during the bidding process
- Prepare tender submissions and ensure compliance with municipal and transit authority standards
- Monitor industry pricing, market conditions, and material/labour cost trends
- Support project teams during post-bid negotiations and project award transitions
- Build and maintain relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and key stakeholders Qualifications: - 5+ years of estimating experience in civil construction (preferably with underground utilities, roadworks, bridge construction, or transit-related infrastructure)
- Strong knowledge of municipal construction standards, MTO contracts, and transit authority specifications
- Post-secondary education in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline preferred
- Proficient in estimating software (HCSS, Heavy. Bid, Bid2Win, or similar) and MS Office Suite
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and time management skills
- Strong communication and negotiation abilities
- P.Eng., CET, or PQS designation considered an asset What’s in it for you:
- Competitive base salary with annual performance bonus
- Comprehensive health, dental, and retirement benefits
- Opportunity to work on high-profile municipal and transit infrastructure projects in the GTA
- Projects ranging in size from $1M to $100M+
- Professional development and career advancement opportunities
- Supportive and collaborative team culture Apply Now: If you are a detail-oriented Civil Estimator with expertise in municipal and transit-related infrastructure projects, we want to hear from you. Apply in confidence to scott.anderson@canterragroup.net.