Construction Estimator Job

Employer: Maystar General Contractors Inc.
Position: Construction Estimator
Terms of Employment: Full-time / Permanent
Location: Woodbridge, Ontario
Employment Address: 161 Trade Valley Drive, Woodbridge, Ontario, L4H 3N6
Hours of Work: 40 hours/week
Language: English
Existing Vacancy: This posting reflects an ongoing opportunity for future openings.
Benefits: Eligible for discretionary bonuses and/or salary increases in accordance with company policy. Eligible for Dental Insurance, Medical Insurance and Disability Insurance.
Salary: $80,000 to $83,000 CAD / year
Contact: Please send resumes to [email protected] and include “Construction Estimator” in the email subject line.

Job Overview: Maystar General Contractors Inc. is seeking a qualified and motivated individual to join our Vaughan based team as a Construction Estimator. This is an opportunity to join a company with over 25 years of construction experience. Reporting to the Chief Estimator you will be responsible for all aspects of tendering a project. Travel throughout the GTA area may be required.

Duties:
• Preparing detailed estimates for construction projects, including materials, labour, and equipment costs, using contract bids, quotations, schematic drawings, and technical specifications
• Providing guidance on tendering procedures, reviewing and analyzing submitted tenders, recommending award selections, and participating in contract negotiations
• Visiting pretender site meetings and site investigations
• Developing, implementing, and maintaining tendering processes, as well as cost tracking, monitoring, and reporting systems
• Soliciting and evaluating subtrade quotations during tendering
• Producing regular cost reports, expenditure statements, and financial forecasts throughout the lifecycle of each project
• Creating and maintaining an up-to-date database of suppliers, contractors, and subcontractors
• Submittal of bonding and insurance requirements
• Coordinating and communicating with engineers, architects, owners, contractors, and subcontractors, and preparing economic feasibility assessments for proposed changes and cost adjustments
• Assessing and evaluating risks of each tendered project
• Overseeing and coordinating construction projects while developing and maintaining construction progress schedules
• Estimators may focus on cost estimating for specific disciplines such as structural, electrical, or mechanical construction

Requirements:
• At least a three-year college diploma in civil engineering, construction engineering, or a related field is required
• A minimum of one year of construction estimating experience is required
• Ability to develop preliminary construction scheduled using MS Project
• Maintains a professional attitude
• Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal
• Highly organized and great attention to detail
• Solid computer skills in particular MS Excel
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a self-directed manner
• Strong time management skills
• Ability to work flexible hours as required

AI Disclosure: We may use artificial intelligence tools to assist with scheduling interviews and managing screening times. We do not use AI to evaluate applicants or make decisions during the interview process. All candidate assessments and hiring decisions are made by our recruitment and leadership teams.