Commercial Construction Estimator

$ 4000/Month + 5 - 10 % Commission

Temp to Perm Employment

Onsite

Mississauga, ON The Commercial Construction Estimator is a full time, on-site role based in Mississauga/Greater

Toronto Area, ON. This position is responsible for driving the bidding process for public/municipal tenders, structural packages, and commercial fit-outs.The Estimator will review architectural and structural drawings, perform precise digital takeoffs using industry-standard estimating software, and compile thorough line-item bid proposals. You will collaborate closely with Project Managers, Site

Supervisors, municipal authorities, subcontractors, and vendors to clarify scope, verify pricing, and ensure total bid accuracy.

Key Responsibilities

- Digital Takeoffs &
- Bidding: Perform accurate quantity takeoffs and build detailed cost

estimates using dedicated estimating software and spreadsheet modeling.

- Public &
- Municipal Tenders: Analyze tender packages, scope documents, and addenda for

bonded city jobs, public works, and municipal RFP submissions.

- Core Scope Focus: Prepare detailed estimates for concrete foundations, structural steel

framing, and commercial interior fit-outs (excluding heavy civil/roadwork).

- Subcontractor Management: Solicit, analyze, and negotiate subcontractor and supplier





quotes to ensure complete scope coverage and competitive pricing.

- Cost Control &
- Value Engineering: Participate in pre-construction alignment, offer

budget-optimization strategies, and transition winning bids smoothly to PM teams for execution.

Qualifications

- Estimating &
- Drawing Expertise: Proven track record estimating commercial and public

works projects, with advanced ability to read structural, architectural, and MEP drawings.

- Software Proficiency: Hands-on experience with construction estimating software (e.g.,

PlanSwift, Bluebeam, On-Center/OST) and MS Excel.

- Scope Knowledge: Deep understanding of commercial construction methods, structural

steel, concrete/foundations, and interior fit-out scope assemblies.

- Bonded Job Familiarity: Knowledge of local GTA building codes, municipal bidding protocols,

and public tender processes.

- Communication &
- Detail: Excellent negotiation and presentation skills with an analytical

mindset capable of meeting strict tender deadlines.

- Background: Post-secondary diploma or degree in Construction Management, Civil

Engineering, Architectural Technology, or equivalent practical field experience.

- Asset: Prior dual experience in project management or field execution within the GTA

market.

📌 Commercial Construction Estimator (Mississauga)
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