Estimator, Senior
- Laval, QC, Canada
$95,000 to $105,000 CAD / year · Full-time
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Job details
- Pay
- $95,000 to $105,000 CAD / year
- Job type
- Full-time
- Apply by
- Experience
- 5+ years of estimating experience within a glazing, manufacturing or construction industry.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Company Background
For over 60 years, BV Glazing and Quest Windows have helped shape North America’s most iconic skylines. From Toronto to Texas, we are vertically integrated to design, engineer, manufacture and install the complete building envelope with today’s most ambitious developers. Serving both residential and commercial construction markets across Canada and the United States, we pride ourselves in delivering exceptional quality and innovation. At BVGlazing Systems our mission is to Build Value in everything we do. This philosophy drives our commitment to:
We are looking for an Estimator to join our team with a strong background in manufacturing and construction processes. Reporting to the Director of Estimating, the successful candidate will play a critical role in developing accurate cost estimates, analyzing project specifications, and supporting bid strategies.
Location: Laval, QC
What’s In It For You
TRAINING & ONBOARDING We will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that you’ve got everything you need to succeed in your new role.
INTERVIEW PROCESS We’ll reach out to candidates of interest to schedule an interview. We do our best to communicate outcomes to all applicants by email or phone call.
We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace for all. In compliance with the AODA, all reasonable accommodations will be made available upon request from candidates with disabilities. If you are selected for an interview and you require an accommodation due to a disability please discuss with the Manager scheduling your interview.
Thank you for your interest. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
For over 60 years, BV Glazing and Quest Windows have helped shape North America’s most iconic skylines. From Toronto to Texas, we are vertically integrated to design, engineer, manufacture and install the complete building envelope with today’s most ambitious developers. Serving both residential and commercial construction markets across Canada and the United States, we pride ourselves in delivering exceptional quality and innovation. At BVGlazing Systems our mission is to Build Value in everything we do. This philosophy drives our commitment to:
- Deliver cutting edge solutions to our customers.
- Foster the professional growth and development of our team members.
- Uphold excellence through training, education and innovation.
We are looking for an Estimator to join our team with a strong background in manufacturing and construction processes. Reporting to the Director of Estimating, the successful candidate will play a critical role in developing accurate cost estimates, analyzing project specifications, and supporting bid strategies.
Location: Laval, QC
What’s In It For You
- Opportunity to be part of an exciting company at the cutting edge of the construction industry.
- Competitive compensation plan.
- Be a part of a company that is committed to providing a healthy and safe work environment.
- We’ve got your health and future in mind!
- Participate in the comprehensive benefits package including Extended Healthcare Benefits.
- Vacation accrual plan.
- Work/life balance with short Friday’s year around.
- Goodlife Fitness discount program.
- Company sponsored perks.
- Participate upon hire in a company match RSP/DPSP program (2-year vesting period).
- Voluntary participation in our Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP) as per company policy.
- Prepare detailed and accurate project estimates based on drawings, specifications, and scope of work.
- Analyze proposals, drawings, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates.
- Collaborate with internal teams including engineering, project management, and purchasing.
- Work closely with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain accurate pricing and maintain up-to-date cost databases.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities and value engineering options to improve bid competitiveness.
- Support the preparation of tender and proposal documents, including detailed breakdowns and narrative justifications.
- Participate in project hand-off meetings to ensure continuity and clarity between estimating and operations teams.
- Maintain awareness of current market trends and pricing in materials, labor, and subcontracted work.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives within the estimating process.
- College Diploma in Architectural Technology, Construction Management or a related field is preferred.
- 5+ years of estimating experience within a glazing, manufacturing or construction industry.
- Strong knowledge of estimation tools, material take-offs, and bid strategies.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications; advanced Excel skills are essential.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to identify risks and opportunities.
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to collaborate across teams and with external vendors.
- Self-motivated, adaptable, and able to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
TRAINING & ONBOARDING We will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that you’ve got everything you need to succeed in your new role.
INTERVIEW PROCESS We’ll reach out to candidates of interest to schedule an interview. We do our best to communicate outcomes to all applicants by email or phone call.
We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace for all. In compliance with the AODA, all reasonable accommodations will be made available upon request from candidates with disabilities. If you are selected for an interview and you require an accommodation due to a disability please discuss with the Manager scheduling your interview.
Thank you for your interest. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Prepare detailed project estimates by analyzing drawings, specifications, proposals, and scope, including time, materials, labor, and costs. Coordinate pricing and bid documentation with internal teams, suppliers, and subcontractors, identify cost-saving opportunities, and support project hand-offs and estimating-process improvements.
Requirements
A college diploma in Architectural Technology, Construction Management, or a related field is preferred, along with at least five years of estimating experience in glazing, manufacturing, or construction. Candidates should have strong estimating, material take-off, and bid strategy knowledge; advanced Excel proficiency; and strong analytical, organizational, communication, and prioritization skills.
Skills
- Cost Estimating
- Construction Estimating
- Manufacturing Processes
- Material Take-Offs
- Bid Strategy
- Cost Analysis
- Value Engineering
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office
- Drawing And Specification Analysis
- Supplier And Subcontractor Coordination
- Project Documentation
- Risk Analysis
- Communication
- Organization
- Multitasking
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation
- Extended Healthcare Benefits
- Vacation Accrual Plan
- Work-Life Balance
- Goodlife Fitness Discount
- Company-Sponsored Perks
- Company-Match RSP/DPSP Program
- Employee Share Purchase Plan
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Finance & Accounting
- Engineering
Keywords
- Estimating
- Glazing
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Architectural Technology
- Construction Management
- Cost Estimates
- Drawings
- Specifications
- Scope Of Work
- Material Take-Offs
- Labor Estimates
- Cost Databases
- Bid Strategies
- Tender Documents
- Proposal Documents
- Value Engineering
- Cost-Saving Opportunities
- Supplier Pricing
- Subcontractor Pricing
- Project Hand-Off
- Engineering
- Project Management
- Purchasing
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office
- Market Trends
- Continuous Improvement