CIVIL CONSTRUCTION ESTIMATOR

Landmark Solutions Ltd. (Landmark) is growing, and we're looking for a Civil Construction Estimator to help build what comes next. Join a team that values practical expertise, fresh ideas, and quality work, with the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution as we expand. This role is for a practical construction professional who understands how projects are built and can develop accurate, competitive estimates for civil and infrastructure work. Our portfolio includes bridges, water infrastructure, marine works, earthworks and other civil construction.

WHO WE ARE

Landmark is a growing, multifaceted company with a dedicated team of skilled and support staff, working together to provide our clients with high quality, innovative solutions in the safest, most efficient way. Our professional expertise includes project management, construction, forestry services, environmental services, ecosystem restoration, and marine construction. From concept to completion, we listen carefully to our clients and developinnovative, cost-effective solutions and provide high-quality service with a focus on safety and the protection of environmental and cultural values.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

The Civil Construction Estimator will prepare estimates that support project bids, budgeting and pre-construction planning. Working closely with the estimating team, project managers and construction leaders, you will assess project requirements, develop realistic cost and execution assumptions, and prepare complete tender and proposal pricing for review and approval. You will also work with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain quotations and identify scope gaps and risks. This is a full-time, permanent position based in Salmon Arm,



with travel to project sites as required. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

- Review drawings, specifications, tender documents and addenda to determine scope and estimating requirements.
- Prepare quantity takeoffs and detailed estimates for labour, equipment, materials, subcontractors and other project costs.
- Obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations and identify scope gaps, exclusions and commercial risks.
- Develop bid strategies, assumptions, contingencies and clarifications in collaboration with Landmark project and construction leaders.
- Participate in bid reviews and prepare complete tender and proposal pricing for approval.
- Maintain and improve estimating tools, cost databases, production-rate information and historical estimate-versus-actual data.
- Support handover of successful estimates to project teams and contribute to lessons learned and continuous improvement.
- Visit project sites as required to understand conditions, constructability, access and execution risks.
- Build strong working relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, clients and internal teams.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

- Minimum 3+ years of construction estimating experience, with civil, infrastructure, industrial or comparable contractor-side experience strongly preferred.




- Demonstrated ability to prepare complete estimates using drawings, specifications, quantity takeoffs, labour and equipment productivity, subcontractor quotations and material pricing.
- Practical knowledge of civil construction methods, sequencing, equipment, crews and constructability.
- Experience with bridges, water/wastewater, marine works, earthworks, utilities or comparable infrastructure is an asset.
- Familiarity with Canadian or comparable North American construction estimating practices, including tendering, labour/equipment costing, supplier/subcontractor markets, specifications and commercial requirements.
- Competence with estimating and productivity software and strong general computer skills. Experience with HeavyBid or similar estimating systems is an asset.
- Strong commitment to workplace safety and safe work practices.
- Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proven ability to build and maintain positive working relationships
- Collaborative team player who works effectively with colleagues across the organization
- Candidate must be willing to travel to project sites, as required.
- Valid BC Class 5 Driver's License with clean driving record and the confidence to drive safely in a variety of road conditions
- Other combinations of experience and education will be considered.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE PATHWAYS

Landmark values practical construction knowledge and recognizes that strong estimators enter the profession through different pathways. Candidates may qualify throug

📌 CIVIL CONSTRUCTION ESTIMATOR (Salmon Arm)
🏢 Landmark Solutions
📍 Salmon Arm