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Job Title


Senior Estimator


Company : Citus HR


Location : Markham, Ontario


Created : 2025-09-17


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Senior Estimator to join a leading construction firm working on large-scale projects up to $1B. If you have 7+ years in estimating, are confident leading design-build tenders, and thrive in a fast-paced environmentPrimary Scope of Role: Accurately interpret and comprehend tender drawings and specifications for all projects up to $1 Billion. Present all aspects of the project scope, staging, timing, constraints, risks, and potential cost saving opportunities and alternatives to internal staff Able to successfully and independently lead a Design-Build project through the tender stage, including involvement in team meetings Ability to chair meetings and set project goals Perform and/or direct quantity take-offs from tender drawings. Prepare initial tender schedule for handoff to field staff. Consistently and insightfully formulate all tender costslabour, material, equipment, and procure subcontractor scope and costsfor quotation submission. Close tendersincluding tender reviews and sub-proposal reviews and analysis. Accountable for accuracy of tender submissions. Prepares bid bond and insurance request forms Maintain files and correspondence on active tenders. Customer follow-up on submitted tenders/proposals. Cost out potential scope of work changes/additional cost/claims situations. Monitor active projects and provide job cost evaluation to management. Provide technical support to field staff. Communicate with field staff and Clients. Assist in maintenance of estimating department policies, procedures and standards. Mentorship of junior employees. Other duties as assigned by supervisor.Position Requirements: University Degree Civil Engineering or College Graduate Civil Technology preferred. Minimum 7-10 years experience in the construction industry, with 7+ years experience in estimating. Direct experience in Design-Build estimates and team processes. Experience using a commercial bidding platform (In Eight Estimate preferable) Capable of reading and understanding construction drawings and documents. Computer proficiency proficiency in an estimating package is a must, and Word and Excel would be an asset. Thorough understanding OPSS and CDED. Results-driven with an ability to deliver success in a fast-paced environment. Outcome focused, critical thinker with the ability to analyze and visualize to ensure continuous improvement across our business. Ability to connect and interact with people to seek different perspectives. Valid drivers license. Experience with MTO contracts and/or municipal works.We are an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive hiring in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code.