Estimator, Civil

Job summary

The Civil Estimator will lead the end-to-end estimating process, from initial bid review to final submission for industrial and infrastructure projects. They will collaborate with operations and project management teams to develop accurate estimates, pricing strategies, and execution plans.

Job details

Estimator, Civil Bird Construction is seeking a Civil Estimator to join our Industrial team. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the estimating process from initial bid review through final submission, ensuring accurate, competitive, and complete estimates for industrial, heavy civil, infrastructure, power, and nuclear projects. What You Will Be Working On Lead the estimating process from opportunity review through bid submission. Review and interpret prime contracts, tender documents, drawings, specifications, and commercial requirements. Prepare detailed quantity take-offs for civil and concrete scopes including excavation, foundations, underground services, structural concrete, grading, and site development. Solicit, evaluate, and level subcontractor and supplier quotations. Develop detailed estimates, bid summaries, pricing strategies, and proposal submissions. Identify project risks, opportunities, exclusions, and scope gaps. Collaborate with operations, project management, and business development teams to develop execution strategies and estimate assumptions. Participate in bid reviews, client clarifications, and post-bid negotiations as required. Maintain estimating databases, historical cost information, and productivity benchmarks. Support project handover and transition to operations upon award. What We Are Looking For Diploma or Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or a related discipline. 6+ years of estimating experience supporting industrial, heavy civil, infrastructure, power, mining, or nuclear construction projects. Proven experience managing the estimating process from start to finish, including bid strategy, quantity take-offs, subcontractor pricing, bid closing, and submission. Strong experience reviewing and interpreting prime contracts, specifications, contract documents, and commercial terms and conditions. Demonstrated ability to independently prepare detailed estimates for complex construction projects. Strong understanding of civil construction methods, sequencing, productivity, and risk assessment. Experience performing quantity take-offs and cost analysis using industry-standard estimating tools. Excellent analytical, organizational, negotiation, and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple pursuits and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Experience estimating EPC, Design-Build, Construction Management, and Lump Sum projects. Previous industrial, power generation, nuclear, mining, or major infrastructure project experience. Knowledge of InEight and similar estimating software. For Those Who Seek to Redefine The greatest achievements in history are borne from the greatness within people – where human potential meets vision, and passion fuels evolution. Unlocking this potential is the most important thing we do at Bird. As a leader in Canadian construction for over 100 years, the impact of our team is etched deeply within the core of our legacy. Beyond Bird, this impact is felt in the fundamental aspects of our everyday lives. From the critical infrastructure we depend on, to the energy and resources that keep us moving - we are powering our communities and shaping Canada’s skylines coast-to-coast-to-coast. Entrenched in the foundation of a culture built more than a century ago is an enduring quest to reimagine what is possible. Our impact is greater than ever, and we are looking for those who seek to redefine their story. What We Believe In We Put Safety First A healthy and safe work environment is non-negotiable. We build a culture of operational and psychological safety through engagement, learning and leadership. We Lead With Honesty We speak and act with integrity, clarity and care so people can trust our word and our work. Being honest means we can deliver the best outcomes and consistent results. We Are Stronger Together Success is a team effort. Our inclusive workplace enables our combined expertise, humility and creativity to unlock our greater potential. We Are Driven To Do Great Work We built our name on quality. We have a passion for excellence in our work and relationships that honours our businesses and our industry. We Create Opportunity Rooted in a solid foundation, we adapt and grow to face the future. We are committed to elevating each other to chart the best path forward in an evolving world. At Bird, we value Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) and believe it is essential to our success. We will continue to listen, learn, and take action in our commitment to building progress in our organization, and the industry as a whole. Cultivating an environment where all employees feel included, seen, and have a sense of belonging is core to Bird’s culture. We commit to proactively employing a workforce that reflects the communities in which we work, fostering an environment of continuous learning, and never compromising on our values.

What you’ll do

The Civil Estimator will lead the end-to-end estimating process, from initial bid review to final submission for industrial and infrastructure projects. They will collaborate with operations and project management teams to develop accurate estimates, pricing strategies, and execution plans.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a degree or diploma in Civil Engineering or Construction Management with at least 6 years of relevant estimating experience. Strong proficiency in quantity take-offs, contract interpretation, and industry-standard estimating software like InEight is required.

Listed skills

• Construction Management · Preferred
• Negotiation · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Estimating
• Quantity Take-offs
• Civil Engineering
• Construction Management
• Industrial Construction
• Heavy Civil
• Infrastructure
• Risk Assessment
• Subcontractor Management
• Bid Strategy
• Contract Review
• InEight
• Cost Analysis
• Project Handover
• Proposal Submission
• Negotiation
• Excavation
• Continuous Development
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Quantity Take-Offs
• Business Development
• Construction
• Communication
• Construction Engineering
• Creativity
• Leadership
• Psychology
• Humility
• Project Management
• Operations
• Pricing Strategies
• Project Risk Management
• Risk Analysis
• Subcontracting
• Grading (Landscape)
• Honesty

Job areas

• Construction
• Engineering
• Energy
• Management & Leadership
• Civil Estimator
• Estimator
• Valuers and Loss Assessors
• Cost Estimators