Commercial Construction Estimator

Mississauga, ON
On-site
Posted Sep 24, 2026
1 position

$4,000 / month

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: College diploma
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Mid-Senior level
Application method: Direct apply is available

Job summary

Drive the bidding process for public tenders, structural packages, and commercial fit-outs by performing precise digital takeoffs. Collaborate with project managers, subcontractors, and municipal authorities to ensure bid accuracy and competitive pricing.

Job details

Commercial Construction Estimator $ 4000/Month + 5 - 10 % Commission Temp to Perm Employment Onsite Mississauga, ON The Commercial Construction Estimator is a full-time, on-site role based in Mississauga/Greater Toronto Area, ON. This position is responsible for driving the bidding process for public/municipal tenders, structural packages, and commercial fit-outs.The Estimator will review architectural and structural drawings, perform precise digital takeoffs using industry-standard estimating software, and compile thorough line-item bid proposals. You will collaborate closely with Project Managers, Site Supervisors, municipal authorities, subcontractors, and vendors to clarify scope, verify pricing, and ensure total bid accuracy. Key Responsibilities ● Digital Takeoffs & Bidding: Perform accurate quantity takeoffs and build detailed cost estimates using dedicated estimating software and spreadsheet modeling. ● Public & Municipal Tenders: Analyze tender packages, scope documents, and addenda for bonded city jobs, public works, and municipal RFP submissions. ● Core Scope Focus: Prepare detailed estimates for concrete foundations, structural steel framing, and commercial interior fit-outs (excluding heavy civil/roadwork). ● Subcontractor Management: Solicit, analyze, and negotiate subcontractor and supplier quotes to ensure complete scope coverage and competitive pricing. ● Cost Control & Value Engineering: Participate in pre-construction alignment, offer budget-optimization strategies, and transition winning bids smoothly to PM teams for execution. Qualifications ● Estimating & Drawing Expertise: Proven track record estimating commercial and public works projects, with advanced ability to read structural, architectural, and MEP drawings. ● Software Proficiency: Hands-on experience with construction estimating software (e.g., PlanSwift, Bluebeam, On-Center/OST) and MS Excel. ● Scope Knowledge: Deep understanding of commercial construction methods, structural steel, concrete/foundations, and interior fit-out scope assemblies. ● Bonded Job Familiarity: Knowledge of local GTA building codes, municipal bidding protocols, and public tender processes. ● Communication & Detail: Excellent negotiation and presentation skills with an analytical mindset capable of meeting strict tender deadlines. ● Background: Post-secondary diploma or degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architectural Technology, or equivalent practical field experience. ● Asset: Prior dual experience in project management or field execution within the GTA market.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Requires a post-secondary diploma or degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or Architectural Technology with proven experience in commercial estimating. Proficiency in industry-standard estimating software and knowledge of GTA building codes and municipal bidding protocols are essential.