Senior Estimator

About Our Client

Our client, a respected and growing general contractor, is seeking a Senior Estimator in Cambridge to lead and support pre-construction activities for design-build and lump-sum tendered projects ranging from $10 million to over $100 million.

• Analyze architectural, structural, civil, and M&E drawings for accurate quantity take-offs and scope development.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates, unit pricing, budgets, and cash flow projections.
• Lead and participate in pre-bid meetings, site visits, and project turnover sessions.
• Collaborate with clients, consultants, and subcontractors to ensure alignment and pricing accuracy.
• Manage multiple bid submissions within tight deadlines using digital platforms like Building Connected.
• Contribute to value engineering, risk analysis, and delivery strategy discussions.

MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled and all other qualified applicants

• Technical Construction Expertise
• Strong knowledge of ICI construction methods and materials
• Clear understanding of the Ontario Building Code and local regulations
• Proven ability to interpret complex drawings and specifications
• Estimating Proficiency
• Minimum 5 years of experience in construction estimating
• Experience with both design-build and lump-sum tendering
• Skilled in detailed quantity take-offs, cost breakdowns, and subcontractor pricing
• Software & Digital Tools
• Proficient with estimating and project management tools, including:
• PlanSwift, Microsoft Excel (advanced)
• Bluebeam, Procore, Sage, or similar platforms
• Experienced in digital bid environments (e.g., Building Connected)
• Communication & Leadership
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable leading internal meetings and client-facing interactions
• Effective at negotiating and coordinating with subcontractors
• Organizational & Strategic Thinking
• Capable of managing multiple concurrent bids under pressure
• Maintains a strong historical database and cost benchmark library
• Strategic thinker with a collaborative, solutions-focused mindset

• base salary of up to $170K
• bonus
• benefits
• pathway to department lead
• This is an in-office role, in Cambridge, Ontario