Senior Estimator

Winnipeg, MB
On-site
Posted Nov 6, 2026
1 position

$125,000–$135,000 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior
Posting language: English
Application method: Apply on LinkedIn (LinkedIn sign-in required)

Job summary

Lead estimating for Design-Build, Construction Management, and Lump Sum projects, aligning bids with project conditions to manage risk and improve profitability. Collaborate with senior leaders, project teams, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to improve estimating processes, develop contract strategies, and shape competitive proposals.

Job details

Job Title: Senior Estimator (Commercial and Institutional Projects) Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba Salary: $125k to $135k annual base. Perks & Benefits: Annual Performance Bonus, 100% Employer-paid medical & dental, ample vacation days, clear career growth pathway, employer paid training and industry conference engagement. Why join our client? Join one of Manitoba’s most respected commercial and institutional builders, known for delivering landmark projects ranging from $5M to $200M+. With more than 50 years of success, our client offers the stability, leadership support, and collaborative environment needed to do your best work. In this role, you will partner with subcontractors and industry stakeholders to develop innovative contract strategies for a diverse portfolio of projects, including affordable housing, airports, defense facilities, and community impacting developments. If you enjoy finding creative solutions, challenging conventional approaches, and working with a team that values collaboration, this could be the opportunity for you. What You'll Do Lead Estimating activities for Design Build, CM, and Lump Sum projects Align bids with real-world conditions to manage risk and boost profitability. Work with the senior leadership team and lead major process improvements to optimize estimating workflows, standardize specifications, costing systems, and refine contract negotiation strategies Collaborate with teams and stakeholders to shape winning proposals Contribute to sustainable, community-shaping projects. What You Bring 10+ years in commercial estimating (Design-Build, CM, Lump Sum) Experience with bids from $5 million to $200 million+ Skilled in the use of Excel and other Estimating software. Strong communicator and collaborator To apply for this job, click on "Easy Apply" at the top of this ad, or send your resume to aogidan@na.drakeintl.com. You can also call me directly for more information- 204 947 0079. Since 1951, Drake International continues to be a global leader in flexible and permanent staffing: we help people find the right role at any stage of their career—in Canada, and around the world. We work directly with employers to bring you the best opportunities, with no cost to you. Drake International Inc. welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Sign up for job alerts at drakeintl.com and make your next move with Drake.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Requires 10 or more years of commercial estimating experience, including Design-Build, Construction Management, and Lump Sum projects. Candidates should have experience with bids ranging from $5 million to over $200 million, proficiency in Excel and estimating software, and strong communication and collaboration skills.