Construction Estimator

Adecco is currently hiring a full-time experienced Construction Estimator to join a growing and respected construction organization. This is an exciting opportunity for a results-driven professional who thrives on analyzing complex projects, developing competitive bids, and contributing to the successful delivery of commercial, industrial, institutional, and civil construction projects.

If you have a passion for construction, strong analytical skills, and a proven track record of preparing accurate and competitive estimates, this could be the next step in your career.

Apply today and join a team where your expertise helps bring major construction projects to life.

• Pay Rate: $110,000 - $120,000/year (based on experience)

• Location: Vaughan, ON

• Job type: Permanent | Full-time

• Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Responsibilities:

Estimating & Pre-Construction

• Prepare accurate and competitive estimates for a variety of project delivery methods, including:

  • Hard Bid

  • Construction Management

  • Design-Build

• Review drawings, specifications, contracts, and project documentation to determine project scope and costs

• Develop conceptual, budgetary, and detailed estimates throughout project development stages

• Prepare project schedules using Microsoft Project

• Complete quantity take-offs and cost calculations with a high degree of accuracy

• Manage multiple bids and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Cost Analysis & Value Engineering

• Evaluate alternative construction approaches and recommend cost-effective solutions

• Identify value engineering opportunities that improve efficiency while maintaining quality standards

• Assess project risks and incorporate appropriate contingencies into estimates

• Analyze labour, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs

Subcontractor & Supplier Management

• Solicit and review quotations from subcontractors and suppliers

• Analyze pricing for completeness, accuracy, and risk exposure

• Build and maintain strong relationships with industry partners

• Support negotiation strategies and risk mitigation efforts

Reporting & Collaboration

• Prepare bid summaries, cost breakdowns, and management reports

• Maintain and update estimating databases, including:

  • Labour rates

  • Material pricing

  • Equipment costs

  • Historical cost data

  • Unit pricing

• Collaborate closely with project management, operations, and leadership teams

• Participate in project handoff meetings to ensure a smooth transition into construction

• Mentor and support junior estimators as needed

Qualifications and Skills:

• Degree, diploma, or technical training in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Engineering Technology, Architecture, or a related discipline

• Minimum 10 years of construction estimating experience

• Experience with commercial, industrial, institutional, and/or civil construction projects

• Strong knowledge of:

  • Construction contracts

  • Procurement methods

  • Cost estimating

  • Project scheduling

  • Construction methods and sequencing

• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Project

• Experience preparing conceptual, budgetary, and detailed estimates

• Quantity take-offs and detailed cost analysis

• Estimating software and project management systems

• Microsoft Office Suite

• Knowledge of current construction market trends and pricing

• PQS, Gold Seal, CET, or similar professional designation

• Experience with large-scale construction projects

• Knowledge of value engineering principles and alternative project delivery models

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Exceptional attention to detail

• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines

• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities

• Strong negotiation and decision-making skills

• Team-oriented leader with mentoring experience

• Results-driven professional committed to accuracy and profitability

• Must be legally eligible to work, and reside in Canada

Here's why you should apply:

• Competitive salary

• Opportunity to work on diverse and impactful construction projects

• Collaborative and supportive team environment

• Career growth and leadership opportunities

• Stable, long-term opportunity with a respected construction organization

• Comprehensive benefits package

Are you interested in this position? Apply now! Our dynamic team of recruiters will reach out if you qualify for this role.

At Adecco our purpose is simple: to make the future work for everyone. We live our values, Passion, Collaboration, Inclusion, Courage, and Customers at Heart, by fostering a workplace where diversity is celebrated and every voice matters. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities. Together, we’re making the future work for everyone.

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