Senior Estimator
Location: 100 Citigate Drive, Ottawa, ON

Vacancy Type: Replacement

R.W Tomlinson is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Estimator to join our team. In this leadership‑focused role, you will apply your deep infrastructure and estimating expertise to prepare competitive tenders, support project execution, and contribute to continuous improvement across our estimating processes. You will work closely with construction, project administration, accounting, and senior leadership to ensure accurate costing, effective communication, and strong client and subcontractor relationships. This position is ideal for a seasoned professional who brings technical excellence, strong analytical abilities, and a collaborative, mentorship‑driven approach to supporting both project success and the development of junior staff.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Prepares Cost Estimates for Tenders

Obtains tender documents

Attends job showings

Reviews site conditions

Performs pre‑qualification tasks as required

Obtains bonding, insurance etc. for tender submissions

Reviews and comprehends tender specifications and communicates with the tender consultant any questions or concerns

Communicates with sub‑contractors to obtain pricing

Performs quantity calculations for all tender items

Performs 2‑dimensional digital take‑offs using Planswift and/or Bluebeam, as well as 3‑dimensional take‑offs using InSite or Trimble Business Center

Reviews and interprets contract documents with a robust ability to identify, assess, and mitigate project risks

Pricing of items and jobs to be performed in a computerized estimation program

Fills out pre‑tender forms for tender tracking, fill out tender documents, delivery of tender documents, follow‑up and provide tender results

Reviews tender submissions with the appropriate manager

Liaises with Customers,



Sub‑contractors and Consulting Engineers to Build Personal Relationships and Promotes the Positive Qualities and Benefits of RWT

Attends industry related functions to build relationships and networks

Communicates with engineers through budget pricing etc. to build a relationship and to establish a positive, inviting culture

Monitors job posting sites, newspapers, engineering firms etc. for tendering opportunities

Internally Communicates to Construction, Project Administration and Accounting Contract Specification and Costing Details

Issues job transmittals to construction, contract administration and accounting

Issues sub‑contracts

Meets with job superintendent to provide and communicate relevant job information

Provides Project Management Support for Contracts

Negotiates additional work prices for on‑going contracts

Approves sub‑contract payments

Approves contract billings

Provides scope of work clarification to construction

Attends job meetings as required

Issues and circulates job change orders

Reviews Job Costs from Previous and On‑going Jobs to Provide Production Rate Analysis for Construction And Future Bids

Reviews on‑going and completed contracts to look for un‑invoiced work

Reviews actual production rates to establish a data base

Reviews actual job costs and production rates to more accurately estimate future bids

Monitors and updates computerized estimation database to reflect current costs and contract information





Work Towards Achieving More Advanced Training

Attends training sessions to continue personal development

Identifies training opportunities and communicate to your manager

Works with senior staff to develop skills

Works with estimation to share and enhance individual knowledge and skills

REQUIREMENTS

Certified Engineering Technologist designation or equivalent experience is required

15+ years Infrastructure field experience and estimation

Experience leading or mentoring junior staff

Ability to provide constructive feedback to peers

High proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Estimation software systems

WORKING CONDITIONS
Standard office environment. May be required to work occasional weekends or evenings.

COMPENSATION INFORMATION
The expected salary range for this position is $110,000-$160,000. Placement within the range is dependent on a variety of factors including qualifications and experience.

TOMLINSON OFFERS

Competitive wages

Bonus programs

Employer paid health and dental benefits

Extensive training programs and tuition reimbursement

Retirement benefits program

Family‑oriented team environment

Employee discounts and other reward programs

The Tomlinson Group of Companies encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Please contact Human Resources if you need accommodation at any stage of the application process or want more information on our accommodation policies. We are committed to leveraging the latest technology to enhance our recruitment process. We may use AI tools in the screening and selection of candidates to efficiently and fairly assess all applicants. A Recruiter will review all results generated by AI. If you have any questions, please contact our HR department.

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