Tasks
Essential Duties And Responsibilities:
- Prepare detailed, resource-loaded cost estimates, bid proposals, and Bill of Quantities (BOQs) for tunneling and trenchless construction projects.
- Review tender documents, drawings, specifications, and contract requirements to identify scope, risks, and pricing strategies.
- Perform quantity take-offs and develop production-based cost models for TBM tunneling and micro tunnelling/pipe jacking operations.
- Solicit, evaluate, and compare subcontractor and supplier quotations, including tunnel lining segments, RCJP systems, and specialized tunneling materials.
- Prepare material take-offs and cost estimates for consumables such as grout, bentonite, polymers, lubricants, and other project-specific materials.
- Analyze geotechnical reports and develop risk registers and contingency pricing for ground-related risks and construction challenges.
- Coordinate with engineering, procurement, operations, and project controls teams to support competitive and compliant tender submissions.
- Maintain estimating databases, cost histories, and pricing benchmarks.
Qualifications
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Estimator
Department: Technical Office/ Head Office Mississauga
Reports to: Technical Manager
Status: Full Time
Position Start Date: ASAP
Job Summary:
The Estimator will be responsible for all quality, technical, cost, schedule, and contractual matters by supporting awarded projects and in the preparation of Pre-Qualifications and Tenders in connection with the Business Development Team.
Main Functional Links:
Technical Director, Technical Office Manager, Estimator, Cost Controller, Project Managers, Office and Site Engineers
Knowledge And Skills:
- Strong knowledge of heavy civil construction estimating principles and practices.
- Understanding of EPB, Slurry, and Open-Face TBM operations, segmental tunnel lining systems, and micro tunnelling/pipe jacking methodologies.
- Knowledge of Reinforced Concrete Jacking Pipe (RCJP) installation, handling, and associated construction requirements.
- Ability to interpret Geotechnical Data Reports (GDRs), Geotechnical Baseline Reports (GBRs), drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
- Proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
- Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, communication, and time-management skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, deadline-driven environment.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
- Minimum 5-8 years of heavy civil estimating experience, including at least 3 years dedicated to TBM tunneling, microtunnelling, or pipe jacking projects.
- Experience preparing estimates and bid submissions for major underground infrastructure projects.
- Familiarity with AutoCAD, Primavera P6, Arriba, Revit, Tilos, or similar construction software is considered an asset.
- Valid Ontario Class G Driver's Licence and eligibility to work in Canada.
