Harbinger Network Inc. has been exclusively retained by Frontier Group to lead the search for their next Chief Estimator .

Frontier

Group is a well-established General Contractor and Construction Manager based in Richmond Hill, Ontario. Led by partners David Lisi, who brings more than 30 years of experience in Construction Management and General Contracting, and Nick Brokalakis, with over 45 years of industry leadership, the company has earned an outstanding reputation for delivering complex commercial, institutional, industrial, and public-sector projects throughout the Greater Toronto Area. As a COR™ Certified contractor, Frontier Group maintains one of the highest standards of health and safety in the industry.

The company also holds one of Canada's highest levels of government security clearance and is a proud member of the Toronto Construction Association.

Frontier

Group delivers General Contracting, Construction Management, Design-Build, and Pre-Construction Services to an impressive portfolio of clients that includes Walmart, CBRE, Infrastructure Ontario, Bell, Triovest, Allied, Dream, and the City of Brampton, among many others. With a growing project portfolio and a robust reputation built over decades, Frontier Group is looking to add an experienced Chief Estimator to its Senior Management Team. This is an exceptional opportunity to help shape the future of a respected organization by providing leadership, mentorship, innovation, and strategic direction while driving estimating excellence and supporting continued growth.

Reporting to the Vice President/President and working closely with the Director of Estimating & Contracts,



the Chief Estimator will lead the estimating department through all phases of the tender process. This role is responsible for producing accurate, competitive estimates, developing bid strategies, mentoring the estimating team, and supporting profitable project acquisition across a diverse portfolio of ICI construction projects. Lead, mentor, and develop the estimating team while fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture.

Prepare and oversee detailed cost estimates including labour, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and project risks. Review drawings, specifications, soils reports, designated substance reports, and tender documents to identify scope, risks, and discrepancies. Ensure site visits are completed and critical project information is incorporated into estimates.

Collaborate with Business Development and Operations to develop pricing strategies, review project risks, and improve bid competitiveness. Oversee quantity take-offs including excavation, cut/fill, site servicing, formwork, and concrete.

Business

Strategy & Risk Management Develop value engineering opportunities while maintaining project quality and compliance. Conduct project risk assessments and implement strategies to maximize profitability. Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, consultants,



and clients to secure competitive pricing and strengthen industry partnerships.

Monitor market trends, construction costs, and competitor activity to support strategic estimating decisions. Maintain accurate trade lists, subcontractor databases, and estimating resources.

Experience preparing Class D, C, B, and A budgets and working on unit-rate tenders.

Engineering

Degree, Construction Management Degree, Technical College Diploma, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, estimating, budgeting, scheduling, procurement, and safety requirements. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and Microsoft Project.

Gold Seal

Certification, LEED Accreditation, and experience with Procore and/or BIM are considered strong assets. Join one of the GTA's most respected General Contractors and Construction Managers. Lead estimating for a diverse portfolio of commercial, institutional, industrial, and public-sector projects. Competitive executive compensation package, bonus opportunity, comprehensive benefits, and long-term career development.

Harbinger Network

Inc. has been exclusively retained to conduct this search on behalf of Frontier Group. This posting represents an active and genuine vacancy with one of Harbinger Network's retained clients and is not for speculative or pipeline recruitment.

Harbinger

Network and/or our clients may use AI-assisted tools to support the screening and evaluation of applications; however, these tools are not intended to replace the Hiring Manager's judgement or decision-making in the hiring process. #

📌 Chief Estimator - Institutional Commercial and Industrial (Richmond Hill)
🏢 Frontier Group of Companies
📍 Richmond Hill