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About the role
Requisition ID: 178191
Job Level: Senior Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Nuclear Solutions
Department: Estimating
Market: Nuclear
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview As a Lead Estimator , you will take ownership of preparing, reviewing, and presenting discipline-specific estimates for major project proposals. You will lead the estimating process by providing strategic guidance, mentoring team members, and ensuring the accuracy and consistency of deliverables. Your responsibilities will include developing conceptual and detailed estimates, conducting cost analyses, and maintaining historical cost databases. You will also contribute to the continuous improvement of departmental procedures and best practices. In this leadership role, you will delegate tasks, oversee quality control, and collaborate closely with project teams and stakeholders to support informed decision-making throughout the pre-construction phase.
District Overview Ganotec is a full service, heavy industrial contractor serving the industrial sector across Canada. Ganotec typically self performs all major disciplines including, civil, structural steel erection, heavy mechanical equipment installation, process piping and electrical / instrumentation and controls. We conduct our business through a variety of commercial contract styles including full turnkey, EPC, design build, T&M and conventional discipline packages. We have always been a strong proponent of “partnering”, working in collaboration with owners, major equipment suppliers and engineers at the early stages of the project development phase to allow for a more cost-effective execution strategy for the project. Ganotec continues to position itself towards the future, constantly seeking growth opportunities yet never losing sight of what has made the company so successful
Location This position is based in our office in Oakville.
Responsibilities
- Strategically review project plans and specifications to develop construction methodologies that inform the estimate
- Evaluate tender and contract documents in collaboration with legal and commercial teams
- Coordinate closely with planning, scheduling, procurement, and proposal teams to ensure alignment and accuracy
- Present estimates confidently to senior management and external clients, supporting negotiations and decision-making
- Foster strong, professional relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers
- Champion continuous improvement within the estimating team, sharing best practices and mentoring junior estimators
- Ensure estimates are delivered on time, with precision and strategic insight
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience in estimation with relevant industry experience
- 15+ years of relevant experience in estimating for major industrial projects and experience leading a team
- Experience in nuclear industry is a great asset.
- Excellent knowledge of the Canadian construction market
- Excellent communication English skills
- Effective presentation and negotiation skills
- Advanced computer skills, knowledge of MS Office, and Bluebeam software is an asset
- Must be willing to travel as required to visit project sites or meet with clients for estimate specific needs
- Well organized, flexible, team player, detail oriented and multi-tasked.
- Prioritize workload and consistently meet deadlines while constantly changing tasks and demands
Other Requirements:
- Regular, reliable attendance
- Work productively and meet deadlines timely
- Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
- Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
- Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off. We believe in equal opportunity in employment practices without discrimination and comply with all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.
About Kiewit
At Kiewit, the projects we deliver make a difference, and we offer opportunities for you to make one, too. Our construction and engineering professionals work on some of the industry’s most complex, challenging and rewarding projects – whether it’s boring tunnels through mountains, turning rivers into energy, or building bridges that connect communities. Kiewit people tackle important projects of every size, in any market. Start your Kiewit adventure today at kiewitjobs.com.
Kiewit is one of North America’s largest and most respected construction and engineering organizations. With its roots dating back to 1884, the employee-owned organization operates through a network of subsidiaries in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Kiewit offers construction and engineering services in a variety of markets including transportation; oil, gas and chemical; power; building; marine; water/wastewater; industrial; and mining.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Top Benefits
About the role
Requisition ID: 178191
Job Level: Senior Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Nuclear Solutions
Department: Estimating
Market: Nuclear
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview As a Lead Estimator , you will take ownership of preparing, reviewing, and presenting discipline-specific estimates for major project proposals. You will lead the estimating process by providing strategic guidance, mentoring team members, and ensuring the accuracy and consistency of deliverables. Your responsibilities will include developing conceptual and detailed estimates, conducting cost analyses, and maintaining historical cost databases. You will also contribute to the continuous improvement of departmental procedures and best practices. In this leadership role, you will delegate tasks, oversee quality control, and collaborate closely with project teams and stakeholders to support informed decision-making throughout the pre-construction phase.
District Overview Ganotec is a full service, heavy industrial contractor serving the industrial sector across Canada. Ganotec typically self performs all major disciplines including, civil, structural steel erection, heavy mechanical equipment installation, process piping and electrical / instrumentation and controls. We conduct our business through a variety of commercial contract styles including full turnkey, EPC, design build, T&M and conventional discipline packages. We have always been a strong proponent of “partnering”, working in collaboration with owners, major equipment suppliers and engineers at the early stages of the project development phase to allow for a more cost-effective execution strategy for the project. Ganotec continues to position itself towards the future, constantly seeking growth opportunities yet never losing sight of what has made the company so successful
Location This position is based in our office in Oakville.
Responsibilities
- Strategically review project plans and specifications to develop construction methodologies that inform the estimate
- Evaluate tender and contract documents in collaboration with legal and commercial teams
- Coordinate closely with planning, scheduling, procurement, and proposal teams to ensure alignment and accuracy
- Present estimates confidently to senior management and external clients, supporting negotiations and decision-making
- Foster strong, professional relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers
- Champion continuous improvement within the estimating team, sharing best practices and mentoring junior estimators
- Ensure estimates are delivered on time, with precision and strategic insight
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience in estimation with relevant industry experience
- 15+ years of relevant experience in estimating for major industrial projects and experience leading a team
- Experience in nuclear industry is a great asset.
- Excellent knowledge of the Canadian construction market
- Excellent communication English skills
- Effective presentation and negotiation skills
- Advanced computer skills, knowledge of MS Office, and Bluebeam software is an asset
- Must be willing to travel as required to visit project sites or meet with clients for estimate specific needs
- Well organized, flexible, team player, detail oriented and multi-tasked.
- Prioritize workload and consistently meet deadlines while constantly changing tasks and demands
Other Requirements:
- Regular, reliable attendance
- Work productively and meet deadlines timely
- Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
- Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
- Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off. We believe in equal opportunity in employment practices without discrimination and comply with all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.
About Kiewit
At Kiewit, the projects we deliver make a difference, and we offer opportunities for you to make one, too. Our construction and engineering professionals work on some of the industry’s most complex, challenging and rewarding projects – whether it’s boring tunnels through mountains, turning rivers into energy, or building bridges that connect communities. Kiewit people tackle important projects of every size, in any market. Start your Kiewit adventure today at kiewitjobs.com.
Kiewit is one of North America’s largest and most respected construction and engineering organizations. With its roots dating back to 1884, the employee-owned organization operates through a network of subsidiaries in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Kiewit offers construction and engineering services in a variety of markets including transportation; oil, gas and chemical; power; building; marine; water/wastewater; industrial; and mining.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.