Our client, a highly respected General Contractor, is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join a flagship project team supporting one of Canada’s most significant infrastructure developments.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a $1.5B landmark project at the Chalk River Nuclear Research Facility while working within a collaborative Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) environment alongside architects, engineers, and trade partners.

About the Project Large-scale project located approximately two hours from downtown Ottawa

Estimated value of approximately $1.5 billion

Currently entering a critical estimating phase after several years of planning and development

Delivered using an Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) model

Complex facility combining: Advanced laboratories

Office space

Fuel research facilities

Nuclear hot cells Approximately two years remaining on the project, with opportunities to transition onto future major projects thereafter

Key Responsibilities Lead estimating activities throughout project planning and pre-construction phases

Develop detailed cost estimates, budgets, and pricing strategies

Collaborate closely with designers, consultants, and trade partners within an integrated project team

Analyze drawings, specifications, and project requirements to identify risks and opportunities

Support value engineering initiatives and cost optimization efforts

Mentor and provide leadership to estimating team members

Required Qualifications 10+ years of estimating experience within industrial, institutional, heavy commercial, or large-scale construction environments

Strong experience working for a General Contractor

Proven involvement in major projects valued at $1B+ or projects of similar scale and complexity





Demonstrated leadership experience and ability to drive results within multidisciplinary teams

Advanced proficiency with Excel and industry-standard estimating software

Valid driver’s license and willingness to attend occasional site visits

Eligible to obtain Reliability Security Clearance

Recent and verifiable residency and employment history strongly preferred

Note: Previous nuclear experience is not required.

What We’re Looking For The ideal candidate is:

Self-motivated and proactive

Comfortable working in evolving and complex project environments

Able to balance attention to detail with sound commercial judgment

Effective in multi-stakeholder project settings

Equally capable of working independently and within large collaborative teams

Compensation &

Benefits Competitive base salary: $115,000 – $160,000

Employee ownership and equity participation opportunities

Long-term career progression on some of Canada’s most significant construction projects

Collaborative and innovative project environment

Limited travel requirements, typically one site visit or overnight trip per month

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To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers.Accommodation is available upon request throughout all stages of the recruitment process.

📌 Senior Estimator - Industrial/ Nuclear (Canada)
🏢 David Aplin Recruiting
📍 Canada