Maxim Construction Inc. – Dartmouth, NS

Employment type: Full-time, permanent

The Opportunity
We're hiring a Commercial Construction Estimator to work out of our Dartmouth Offices—and we're looking for someone with an eye on where they want to go, not just the job in front of them. This role is built for an estimator ready to grow, with genuine room to take on senior-level responsibility and advance quickly for the right person.

You’ll take ownership of estimates from early conceptual pricing through to hard-bid and design-build proposals, working closely with project management, operations, and senior leadership. As you grow into the role, you’ll have mentorship from our senior team to accelerate a move to our senior/chief estimating position, with room to take on more as you establish yourself.

What You'll Do

Prepare accurate, competitive estimates across the full range of ICI projects, from conceptual budgets to detailed hard-bid submissions

Perform quantity takeoffs, review drawings and specifications, and identify scope gaps, risks, and opportunities

Solicit, review, and level subcontractor and supplier pricing

Prepare and coordinate tender and RFP submissions

Manage bid schedules and multiple concurrent tenders to meet deadlines

Collaborate with project teams on constructability, value engineering,



and budget planning

Contribute to the handoff from estimate to project execution, and support project teams as required

What You Bring

Minimum 3 years of estimating experience in commercial construction

A clear ambition to grow into a Senior Estimator role

Experience on ICI and government projects is a strong asset

Solid understanding of construction means and methods, drawings, and specifications

Proficiency with estimating and takeoff software, and strong spreadsheet skills

Strong analytical, organizational, and time-management skills, with the ability to juggle multiple bids under deadline

Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, team-first approach

Post-secondary education in construction, engineering, quantity surveying, or a related field (or equivalent industry experience)

What We Offer

A clear runway to advance into a Senior Estimator role

A wide-ranging and steady pipeline of ICI and government work across Atlantic Canada

Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package

A collaborative team environment where your work is visible and valued

Maxim Construction Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.

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📌 Commercial Construction Estimator (Nova Scotia)
🏢 Maxim Construction
📍 Nova Scotia