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 prospect where your estimating expertise can have a direct impact on project success, we’d like to hear from you.

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