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CDC Contracting

Senior Estimator

Concord, ON, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Nov 30, 2026
Experience: 7–10+ years of experience in civil construction estimating
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 31, 2026

Original job description

The Senior Estimator is responsible for the preparation of accurate, competitive, and complete cost estimates for civil construction projects, including sewer and watermain, earthworks, and roadworks.

This role plays a critical part in securing profitable work by thoroughly analyzing tender documents, understanding project risks, and developing pricing strategies aligned with CDC’s operational capabilities and market conditions.
The Estimator is accountable for the integrity of all quantity takeoffs, pricing inputs, and scope assumptions, and works collaboratively with operations, subcontractors, and suppliers to deliver high-quality bid submissions.

Key Responsibilities

1. Estimate Preparation & Execution

Perform detailed quantity takeoffs from drawings and specifications

Review and interpret all tender documents, including:
Specifications
Geotechnical reports
Hydrogeological reports
Municipal standards and requirements

Develop complete and accurate cost estimates including:

Labour
Equipment
Materials
Subcontracts
Input and manage estimates within Bid2Win (B2W) or equivalent software
Ensure all estimates reflect current production rates, methodologies, and equipment utilization

2. Scope Review & Risk Identification

Identify and clearly document:

Scope inclusions and exclusions
Project risks (soil conditions, groundwater, utilities, access constraints, etc.)
Assumptions used in pricing
Flag discrepancies, ambiguities, or gaps in tender documents
Participate in the preparation of RFIs and clarifications

3. Subcontractor & Supplier Coordination

Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing (min 3)
Ensure full scope coverage across all trades and materials
Conduct scope reviews with subcontractors to confirm understanding and completeness
Level and compare quotes to ensure best value and compliance

4. Collaboration with Project Delivery and Construction Teams

Coordinate with Project Managers and Superintendents to:

Validate production rates
Confirm construction methodologies
Ensure constructability of the estimate
Incorporate field feedback and historical performance data into estimates

5. Bid Closing & Submission Support

Assist in bid closing activities including:

Final estimate review
Scope confirmation
Pricing adjustments as directed by the Director
Ensure all required documentation is complete and submitted on time
Support post-bid reviews and debriefs

6. Continuous Improvement & Data Integrity

Maintain organized and well-documented estimate files
Contribute to the development and refinement of estimating standards and templates
Participate in post-project reviews to compare estimated vs. actual costs
Support continuous improvement of estimating accuracy and processes

Key Accountabilities

Accuracy and completeness of quantity takeoffs
Integrity of pricing inputs and assumptions
Identification and communication of project risks
Timely completion of estimates and bid deliverables
Alignment of estimates with CDC’s operational capabilities

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Estimate accuracy (variance between estimated vs. actual costs)
Bid quality (completeness, clarity, and competitiveness)
Error rate in takeoffs and scope coverage
Contribution to overall bid success rate
Timeliness of estimate completion

Qualifications & Experience

7–10+ years of experience in civil construction estimating
Strong knowledge of:
Sewer and watermain construction
Earthworks and grading
Roadworks and municipal servicing
Proficiency in estimating software (e.g., Bid2Win (B2W))
Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and contracts (e.g., CCDC and OPSS standards)
Ability to interpret geotechnical and hydrogeological reports
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Core Competencies

Attention to detail and accuracy
Critical thinking and problem solving
Accountability and ownership of work
Time management under tight deadlines
Collaboration and teamwork

Working Relationships

Director of Pre-Construction & Estimating
Estimating Team Members
Project Managers
Superintendents
Subcontractors & Suppliers
Finance (for cost alignment and reporting)

Success Profile (What Good Looks Like at CDC)
A successful Estimator at CDC:

Does not “go through the motions” - they fully understand the job before pricing it
Identifies risks early and communicates them clearly
Produces estimates that are both competitive and executable
Takes ownership of their numbers and stands behind their work
Contributes to a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement

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Responsibilities

Prepare accurate, competitive cost estimates for civil construction projects by reviewing tender documents, completing quantity takeoffs, developing pricing, and identifying scope assumptions and risks. Coordinate with delivery teams, subcontractors, and suppliers to validate estimates, support bid submissions, and improve estimating accuracy and processes.

Requirements

Requires 7–10+ years of civil construction estimating experience, with strong knowledge of sewer and watermain construction, earthworks, grading, roadworks, and municipal servicing. Candidates should be proficient with estimating software such as Bid2Win, understand construction drawings, specifications, CCDC and OPSS standards, and be able to interpret geotechnical and hydrogeological reports.

Skills

Civil Construction Estimating
Quantity Takeoffs
Cost Estimation
Bid2Win (B2W)
Sewer and Watermain Construction
Earthworks and Grading
Roadworks
Tender Document Review
Risk Identification
Subcontractor and Supplier Coordination
Quote Evaluation
Construction Methodologies
Constructability Review
Geotechnical Report Interpretation
Hydrogeological Report Interpretation
Bid Preparation

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Keywords

Civil Construction
Cost Estimating
Quantity Takeoffs
Bid2Win (B2W)
Sewer Construction
Watermain Construction
Earthworks
Grading
Roadworks
Municipal Servicing
Tender Documents
Construction Drawings
Specifications
CCDC Standards
OPSS Standards
Geotechnical Reports
Hydrogeological Reports
Labour
Equipment
Materials
Subcontracts
Subcontractor Pricing
Supplier Pricing
Risk Identification
Scope Review
RFIs
Production Rates
Construction Methodologies
Constructability
Bid Submission

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