Estimator, Infrastructure

Essential Responsibilities:

• Prepare comprehensive estimating packages including quantity takeoffs cost studies budgets subcontractor pricing and bid comparisons.
• Review project drawings specifications contract terms and tender documentation to ensure all project requirements are incorporated into estimates.
• Review and coordinate RFIs prior to submission and support the resolution of estimating-related questions.
• Perform quantity takeoffs for large and complex construction projects and coordinate takeoff activities.
• Lead subcontractor and supplier solicitation efforts and maintain strong industry relationships.
• Review analyze and compare subcontractor and supplier quotations to support procurement and bid strategies.
• Develop detailed project estimates including verification of direct and indirect costs.
• Assign and manage bid package responsibilities as required.
• Develop and analyze project schedules and execution plans in collaboration with operations teams.
• Evaluate constructability project risks and opportunities during the estimating process.
• Participate in and lead estimate review meetings.
• Prepare bid clarifications and support tender submissions.
• Provide estimating guidance and technical support to project stakeholders and team members.
• Assist with contractual risk identification and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering Construction Management Quantity Surveying or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of related estimating experience within the construction industry.
• Experience preparing estimates for large complex construction infrastructure civil transportation or transit projects.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience supporting competitive bid submissions and subcontractor procurement activities.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and industry-standard estimating software.
• Knowledge of BIM (Building Information Modeling) and model-based estimating is considered an asset.
• Thorough understanding of trade-related drawings specifications and construction documentation.
• Ability to assess construction documents for completeness and identify potential risks or gaps.
• Strong knowledge of construction costs budgeting methodologies and project scheduling.
• Experience identifying negotiating and mitigating contractual risks.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate technical information to a variety of stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor coach and collaborate with team members.
• Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Strong relationship-building skills with clients subcontractors suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Working Conditions:

• Site-based role in Oshawa Ontario.

Compensation

This is the expected base pay range for this role. Individual base pay will be determined based on a variety of factors including experience knowledge skills education and location.

Our competitive total rewards package provides compensation and benefits that support your physical mental and financial wellbeing. We offer exciting challenging work with opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge.

Additional Information

Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canadas Best Diversity Employers Canadas Most Admired Corporate Cultures and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity equity and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals regardless of race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation age citizenship marital status disability gender identity Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment inclusion and belonging.

Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. For more information about Ledcors Inclusion and Diversity initiatives please visit our I&D page.