At Eastern Construction, our Core Purpose is to enrich the lives of our employees. We lead, manage, and deliver complex construction projects across the Greater Toronto Area, operating under collaborative models such as Construction Management, Guaranteed Maximum Price, and Design-Build. With more than 1,000 projects completed over seven decades, we have earned reputation for delivering high-quality work, fostering strong partnerships, and supporting the long-term success of our people.

Best Construction Experience

Our culture and performance expectations are shaped by our Core Values: These values define how we work, collaborate, and deliver excellence.

The Senior

Estimator is responsible for preparing, coordinating and reviewing detailed and conceptual estimates across all division of work. This role identifies risks, evaluates revenue opportunities, and ensures accurate costing to support competitive and successful submissions.

The Senior

Estimator may supervise intermediate and junior estimators and play a crucial role in maintaining relationships with subcontractors and industry partners. This role is primarily based in our Scarborough head office to support collaboration and mentorship within the estimating team. Eastern offers a flexible work workplace, with arrangements considered based on project demands and team needs/priorities.

Analyze project risks, scope gaps, and pricing irregularities and upscale appropriately. Review subcontractor quotations for completeness, accuracy, and alignment with project requirements. Review drawings, specifications, and addenda to proactively identify risks, scope gaps, and pricing inconsistencies.

Identify lapses, assumptions, and areas requiring clarification, and upscale concerns promptly to the Chief Estimator. Assess subcontractor quotations for completeness, exclusions, and misalignments with project requirements.



Recommend mitigation strategies or alternative approaches to reduce risk and optimize the bid.

Planning & Coordination Coordinate with internal teams, including Project Managers, the Chief Estimator, and Pre-Construction personnel to identify cost-saving opportunities or alternate solutions.

Maintain

Organized documentation, historical cost data, and estimate records. Budgeting & Cost Analysis Support value engineering exercises by proposing alternatives aligned with project goals. Subtrade bid analysis and price leveling. Mentor, guide, and supervise junior and intermediate estimators. Delegate tasks appropriately and support team development through coaching and feedback.

Relationship Building

Develop and maintain strong, professional relationships with subcontractors and suppliers. Maintain a network of trusted industry partners to support accurate pricing and project execution. Respond promptly and constructively to subcontractor inquiries. Must be confident leading group discussions and presentations, communicating effectively by phone and in person, and demonstrating strong written communication.

Job Knowledge & Technical Skills: Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and industry best practices. Advances skills in Microsoft Excel, On-Screen Takeoff, and estimating or bid management software (Viewpoint or similar is an asset) 8+ years of industry experience in estimating University degree or college diploma in Civil Engineering, Engineering Technology, Architecture, or Construction Management. ~ Demonstrated ability to estimate projects from start to finish with minimal guidance.

Competitive

Salary – Estimated salary range of $110,000 - $160,000 Medical, dental, and vision coverage Life Insurance Opportunities to grow your career on meaningful projects Diversity and Inclusion. Individual compensation is determined based on experience, qualifications, project scope, responsibilities, and internal equity considerations. #

📌 Senior Project Estimator (Toronto)
🏢 Eastern Construction Company
📍 Toronto