Company Description Webuild is an international construction company of civil engineering pioneers who have been at the forefront of the construction business for 120 years. With over 92,000 employees worldwide representing more than 125 nationalities, we are a global player with Italian roots, specializing in complex infrastructure—innovative and sustainable works that improve lives. Over the past century, we’ve built some of the world's most iconic infrastructure projects.
At Webuild, our DNA is rooted in Excellence, Integrity, Respect, Trust, and Sustainable Innovation. Guided by these values, our mission is to protect the planet, care for our people, inspire progress, share prosperity, and spark partnerships. Together, we’re building a better future—responsibly, inclusively, and with purpose.
About the Job The Civil/Structural Estimator reports to the Chief Estimator and prepares detailed, first-principles cost estimates for the civil and structural scope of major transit and infrastructure bids. This includes earthworks, utilities, foundations, retaining structures, bridges, guideways, stations, tunnels and underground works. The role builds estimates from quantities, productivity rates, crew compositions and equipment spreads rather than unit-rate benchmarking alone, and is a core member of the bid team from RFP release through submission.
What You Will Be Doing? Review tender documents, including technical specifications, reference concept designs, geotechnical baseline reports and drawings, to define civil and structural scope
Perform or validate quantity take-offs for concrete, rebar, formwork, excavation, shoring, piling, structural steel and precast elements
Build bottom-up estimates using crew-based productivity, equipment rates,



labour agreements and material pricing
Develop construction methodologies with the engineering and planning teams, e.g. cut-and-cover vs. mined, top-down vs. bottom-up station construction, elevated guideway erection methods
Solicit, level and analyze subcontractor and supplier quotes with Technical Procurement
Work with design partners on design development, value engineering and constructability reviews
Identify cost risks and opportunities and feed into the bid risk register and contingency analysis
Support estimate reviews with senior management and consortium partners, defending assumptions and pricing
Maintain clear basis-of-estimate documentation and support handover to the project team after award
What We Are Looking For? Degree or diploma in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related field
7+ years of estimating experience in heavy civil construction, ideally with transit, rail, tunnel or bridge projects over $500M
Strong knowledge of civil and structural construction means and methods
Experience with first-principles estimating software such as InEight, HCSS HeavyBid, CandyCCS or similar
Proficient with take-off tools (Bluebeam, CostX, OST) and advanced Excel
Familiarity with Ontario labour agreements and the local subcontractor market is a strong asset
P.Eng., EIT, C.E.T. or CIQS designation (PQS/CEC) is an asset




Willingness to travel on a needed basis (within Canada)
Compensation: Successful candidates chosen for this position can expect to earn between $80,000-$120,000. The exact salary you will earn within this range is dependent on the specific project to which you are assigned.
Why Choose Webuild? Competitive compensation & retirement savings – We offer a solid compensation package with an RRSP matching program (currently up to 4% for permanent employees).
Iconic projects – Be part of major linear infrastructure projects that shape Canada’s future.
Day-one coverage – Comprehensive group benefits start on your first day (for permanent roles working 20+ hours per week).
Wellbeing support – Access to our Employee and Family Assistance Program whenever you need it.
Work-life balance – We actively encourage a healthy balance between work and personal life.
Time to recharge – Vacation entitlement: 3–5 weeks annually, based on experience and in accordance with company policy and applicable employment standards.
Grow with us – Tailored training and development opportunities to advance your career.
Extra perks – Enjoy discounts like 20% off at GoodLife Fitness (currently available to Ontario employees through our group benefits provider, subject to change).
At Webuild, we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation, strengthen teams, and lead to better outcomes. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, including but not limited to women, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ2S+ community. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know.

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📌 Civil/Structural Estimator (Ontario)
🏢 Webuild
📍 Ontario