Estimator
The Estimator is responsible for preparing detailed cost estimates for project scopes, including labor, equipment, and materials, while ensuring all tender deadlines are met. The role also involves providing project controls support, managing scope changes, and maintaining client relations.
- On-site
- Timmins, ON
- Posted Jul 24, 2026
- 1 position
Job summary
Come help build the future, where our work makes the world work! Estimator Timmins, ON SUMMARY Reporting to the Senior Director, North Region, the Estimator is responsible to prepare detailed cost estimates using estimating software of the full project scope including labour, equipment, raw materials, purchased equipment and subcontractors. Tender closings are to meet all submission deadlines. PRIMARY SCOPE OF ROLE 1. Estimating & Tender Preparation Interpret drawings and specifications accurately Perform quantity take-offs Formulate labour, material, and equipment costs Procure subcontractor scope and costs Review and analyze sub-proposals Close tenders and ensure submission accuracy Secure bid bonds and insurance requests Maintain active tender files and correspondence [1] 2. Project Controls & Operations Support Prepare initial project handoff schedules Cost out scope changes and claims Monitor active projects for cost evaluation Provide technical support to field staff Maintain ongoing communication with clients and field staff [1] 3. Departmental Growth & Client Relations Follow up with customers on submitted proposals Maintain department policies and standards Mentor junior team members Handle other duties as assigned POSITION REQUIREMENTS University Degree – Civil Engineering or College Graduate – Civil Technology preferred. Minimum 5 years’ experience in the construction industry. Experience using a commercial bidding platform (InEight Estimate preferable) Capable of reading and understanding construction drawings and documents. Experience with MTO contracts and/or municipal works. Thorough understanding of OPSS and CDED. Computer proficiency – proficiency in an estimating package is a must; proficiency in MS Office programs (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams) would be an asset. 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. WHAT WE OFFER Expected Base Salary: $75.000 – $105,000 per year. The actual base salary will depend on several factors including experience, qualifications, internal equity, work location and market expectations. Annual performance-based bonus. Comprehensive group benefits program. Retirement savings program. Career growth and advancement opportunities. Disclaimers Artificial Intelligence (AI) Disclosure: AI tools are not used in the screening or assessment of applicants for this position. Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing job vacancy. GIP does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiters or agencies. We only work with approved partners directly engaged by our Human Resources team for specific searches. Unsolicited submissions will not be eligible for placement fees. We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Green Infrastructure Partners Inc. “GIP”, is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities to apply. We seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences. GIP will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.
What you’ll do
The Estimator is responsible for preparing detailed cost estimates for project scopes, including labor, equipment, and materials, while ensuring all tender deadlines are met. The role also involves providing project controls support, managing scope changes, and maintaining client relations.
Requirements
Candidates should have a degree in Civil Engineering or Civil Technology and at least 5 years of construction industry experience. Proficiency in estimating software, MTO contracts, and a thorough understanding of OPSS and CDED are required.
Benefits
• Annual performance-based bonus • Comprehensive group benefits program • Retirement savings program • Career growth and advancement opportunities
Other relevant skills
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- Cost Estimation
- Quantity Take-offs
- Tender Preparation
- Construction Drawings Interpretation
- Subcontractor Management
- Project Controls
- InEight Estimate
- MTO Contracts
- Municipal Works
- OPSS
- CDED
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Teams
- Critical Thinking
- Project Scoping
- Quantity Take-Offs
- Artificial Intelligence
- Technical Support
- Architectural Drawing
- Bidding
- Construction
- Civil Engineering
- Communication
- Continuous Improvement Process
- Equities
- Operations
- Subcontracting
- Green Infrastructure
- Drawing Interpretation
Job areas
- Construction
- Engineering
- Estimator
- Valuers and Loss Assessors
- Cost Estimators
Additional details
- Minimum education
- Bachelor’s degree
- Minimum experience
- 5+ years
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
