TalentSphere – Ontario, Canada Salary: $120,000–$130,000 per year
Location: Ontario
Job Type: Full-time
A well-established General Contractor specializing in industrial and commercial construction is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join their growing team.
The successful candidate will have a strong background in industrial and commercial estimating, with the ability to manage estimates from initial drawings and specifications through tender submission. This is an opportunity for an experienced estimator who is confident working with multiple trades, subcontractors, clients, and project stakeholders.
The ideal candidate will bring strong technical estimating skills, excellent attention to detail, and a strategic, business-minded approach to construction estimating. For the right individual, there is also potential for the role to develop into a Project Manager position.
Responsibilities Prepare detailed estimates for industrial and commercial construction projects
Review drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and tender documents
Complete quantity takeoffs and analyze labour, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs
Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations
Identify project risks, exclusions, and opportunities during the estimating process
Develop accurate and competitive bids while maintaining project profitability
Participate in site visits and pre-tender meetings as required
Work closely with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal project teams
Review and challenge estimates to ensure accuracy and competitiveness
Assist with project turnover from estimating to operations




Maintain strong relationships with subcontractors and industry partners
Contribute to business development and identifying potential project opportunities
Qualifications 5+ years of construction estimating experience
Strong background with an industrial or commercial General Contractor
Proven ability to estimate projects up to approximately $10M
Strong ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications
Experience with quantity takeoffs and understanding of multiple construction trades
Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and project requirements
Experience working directly with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers
Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
Highly organized with strong attention to detail
Ability to work independently and manage multiple tenders and deadlines
Strategic mindset with the confidence to question estimates, identify risks, and find opportunities
Strong computer skills and familiarity with construction estimating software
What’s Offered Competitive salary of $120K–$130K, based on experience
Opportunity to work on a diverse range of industrial and commercial projects
Stable opportunity with an established General Contractor
Collaborative and hands-on working environment
Opportunity for career progression into Project Management for the right candidate
If you are an experienced Senior Estimator with a strong industrial or commercial construction background and are looking for an chance where your estimating expertise can have a direct impact on project success, we’d like to hear from you.

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📌 Senior Estimator (Ontario)
🏢 Talentsphere Staffing Solutions
📍 Ontario