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Leading buildings & infrastructure contractor is seeking a Chief Estimator with experience across civil and infrastructure projects to join their team in Toronto, ON. Our Client is seeking top-tier talent to further strengthen capabilities. They provide a collaborative and caring culture and the necessary tools and support for you to succeed, both personally and professionally. If you are eager to work on innovative projects, be part of a great team and become an employee-owner. Salary range $180,000 - $250,000. Outpost Recruitment is excited to work with our client on this full-time permanent role. Reporting to the District Manager, the Chief Estimator is responsible for overseeing all estimating operations within a business unit. This includes supervising the estimating process by developing divisional manpower, coaching/mentoring, providing input into project pursuit approvals, overseeing allocation of estimating resources, reviewing estimates, and managing tender closings/pursuit submissions. Responsibilities of Chief Estimator: - Encourage and instill coaching and mentoring skills to the estimating team. - Oversee all estimates, including detailed review of others work. - Complete project scope of work reviews to ensure estimates are complete and all technical specifications, subcontractor scopes, and general condition items are quantified and costed. - Identify and develop constructability requirements for high-level budgeting. - Propose and approve project risk and cost mitigation strategies, as well as opportunities for cost savings. - Propose and approve bid strategies, constructability requirements, and innovations to increase bidding success. - Provide leadership for the estimating team on major complex projects. - Build effective relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: - Working knowledge of contract language and legal contract requirements. - Excellent technical, organizational, managerial, and planning skills. - Strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills. - Ability to assist in determining bid strategies. - Advanced communication and collaborative skills, with a thorough understanding of company objectives. - Strategic thinking and innovative problem-solving abilities. - Experience with various delivery methods including Bid-Build, Design-Build, Construction Management, and IPD. - Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Experience and Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree or higher; Gold Seal Certification, LEED Accreditation, LEAN experience, MRICS, and CIQS are assets. - Over 15 years of field and estimating experience, with at least 5 years in senior estimating roles with medium-to-large General Contractors. - Leadership experience in roads, bridges, rail, or other infrastructure projects. - Experience in Water/Wastewater and Transit projects is an asset. - Proven leadership in managing and mentoring teams on Level 3+ projects. - Proficiency in design-build and other procurement methods. Our Client guarantees: - Strong commitment to workplace safety. - A family-oriented, progressive work environment. - Opportunities for career development across North America. Compensation: Competitive salary: $160,000 - $220,000 depending on experience. Benefits include a comprehensive package, 4 weeks' vacation, public transit pass, fitness membership, training, summer hours, and more. Ideal Candidate: Candidates authorized to work in Canada are preferred. Strong international candidates will also be considered. Please highlight relevant experience, project overviews, and project scale ($) in your resume. #J-18808-Ljbffr