Jobs in Nova Scotia

Jobs across Nova Scotia, Canada. Choose a city or town to search nearby.

14,068 listings · 2,161 employers Counted Nov 1, 2026. How we count

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Employers hiring include Loblaw Companies Limited (626 listings), Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health (542 listings), Nova Scotia Health Authority (400 listings).

Common roles: Cashier, Retail sales associate, Cook.

1,651 of these listings include employer-provided pay. Open a job to see its currency and pay period.

Advertised starting pay
Pay period	Median starting pay	Listings
CAD / hour	20.00	1,227
CAD / year	72,000.00	333
USD / hour	17.75	32
USD / year	41,000.00	10

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Workplace classifications: 0% remote, 10% hybrid, 90% on-site, 1% not specified. Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad.

Based on the dated count above. Listings can change. How we count

Jobs in Nova Scotia

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Procurement Specialist
GeoSpectrum Technologies, Inc
Dartmouth, NS
- Full-time
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Cash Management Specialist
Scotiabank
Halifax, NS
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Cleaner Technician
Crystal Clean Maintenance
Elmsdale, NS
- Full-time
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Filter Cleaner Technician
Crystal Clean Maintenance
Elmsdale, NS
- Full-time
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OPTACA Claim Coordinator (Clerk 3)
The Government of Nova Scotia
Halifax, NS
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Merchandiser PT
CONA Services
Sydney, NS
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Merchandiser
CONA Services
Sydney, NS
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Construction Estimator
Summit Search Group
Halifax, NS
- Full-time
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Oracle Cloud ERP Finance Manager
Deloitte
Halifax, NS
- Full-time
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Cashier
Compass Group Canada
Halifax, NS
- Full-time
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Driver
UAP Inc.
Truro, NS
- $17.55 to $18.65 CAD / hour
- Full-time
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Light Duty Cleaner
GDI Integrated Facility Services
Halifax, NS
- Part-time
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IT Support Specialist
The Shaw Group Limited
Lantz, NS
- Full-time
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Special Services Part Time (NEW MINAS)
The Home Depot Canada
New Minas, NS
- Part-time
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Senior Corporate Accountant - 14 Month Term
Emera Energy
Halifax, NS
- Contract
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Marine Designer Technologist
BMT
Dartmouth, NS
- $77,000 to $85,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
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Administrative Services Clerk – 12 month Term
Municipality of East Hants, Nova Scotia, Canada
Elmsdale, NS
- Contract
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Daytime Lifeguard
Municipality of East Hants, Nova Scotia, Canada
Elmsdale, NS
- Full-time
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(CAN) Grocery Associate
Walmart Canada
New Glasgow, NS
- Full-time
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Retail Sales Representative
Eastlink
Halifax, NS
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Regional VP, Operations Atlantic
Sysco
Halifax, NS
- Full-time
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Central Administration Clerk
Sydney Credit Union
Sydney, NS
- Full-time
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Clinical Respiratory Consultant
Air Liquide
New Glasgow, NS
- Full-time
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Registered Veterinary Technician, Internal Medicine
Ethos Veterinary Health
Dartmouth, NS
- $28 to $34 USD / hour
- Full-time
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(CAN) Stock Unloader Department Manager
Walmart Canada
Yarmouth Indian Reserve No. 33, NS
- Full-time

Summit Search Group

Construction Estimator

Halifax, NS, Canada
Greater Halifax Metropolitan Area, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Nov 22, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 23, 2026

Original job description

Construction Estimator

Halifax, NS

Time to take your exceptional construction knowledge to an exciting and tight-knit company!

On behalf of our client in the construction industry, we are looking for Estimator in Halifax. The Estimator is responsible for providing accurate cost estimates. Estimators must have a thorough understanding of construction materials, methods, and market trends. They provide an analysis of expenses before construction begins and ensure cost control throughout the project.

Key Responsibilities:

Recording and comparing bids from multiple vendors and subcontractors
Finding ways to reduce costs of equipment and supplies
Preparing changes to costs estimates when customers change their plans, or when the availability of materials or labour changes
Preparing schedules for construction progress to let customers know how long projects will take
Preparing estimates of the cost of materials, labour and equipment for a construction project
Establishing and maintaining the tendering(bidding) process
Maintaining a directory of suppliers, contractors and subcontractors
Assist in producing detailed material take-offs.
Help review project documents to confirm complete bid packages.
Assist in producing bid packages for subcontractors and suppliers.
Assist in producing detailed bid analysis of subtrade quotes.
Support the review of projects for cost savings and materials alternate opportunities.
Monitoring Procurement platforms daily for suitable tender opportunities to the Pre-construction Manager
Assist in reviewing public bid sites for bid opportunities.

The Ideal Candidate Brings:

A degree or diploma in construction management, engineering, or a related field.
Relevant experience with construction estimation.
Strong analytical skills with attention to details.
Knowledgeable in construction work site sequences.
Knowledgeable in project management.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
Possess excellent organizational, technical and time management skills.
Familiarity with procurement platforms.

Application Instructions:

For additional details, please contact Cynthia McCutcheon at Summit Search Group directly: cynthia@summitsearchgroup.com or call 902 405 3607.

Please note that only those candidates who fulfill the requirements will receive a response.

Summit Search Group is a fair and equitable search firm. We welcome and encourage applications from all candidates regardless of ethnicity, race, religious beliefs, disability, age, gender identity, or sexual orientation. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

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Responsibilities

Prepare and update construction cost estimates, material take-offs, schedules, bid packages, and analyses of subcontractor and supplier quotes. Support tendering and procurement, identify cost-saving and material alternatives, and maintain supplier and contractor directories.

Requirements

A degree or diploma in construction management, engineering, or a related field, along with relevant construction estimating experience, is sought. Candidates should have strong analytical, organizational, technical, and time-management skills, knowledge of construction sequences and project management, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Construction Estimation
Cost Estimating
Construction Materials Knowledge
Construction Methods Knowledge
Market Trend Analysis
Bid Analysis
Material Take-Offs
Tendering
Procurement
Cost Control
Project Scheduling
Project Document Review
Cost Savings Analysis
Supplier and Subcontractor Coordination
Project Management
Time Management

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Hiring contact

Cynthia McCutcheon

Hiring contact email

cynthia@summitsearchgroup.com

Keywords

Construction Estimation
Cost Estimates
Construction Materials
Construction Methods
Market Trends
Vendor Bids
Subcontractor Quotes
Cost Control
Tendering
Bidding Process
Material Take-Offs
Bid Packages
Bid Analysis
Procurement Platforms
Construction Scheduling
Project Documents
Cost Savings
Material Alternatives
Suppliers
Contractors
Subcontractors
Construction Management
Engineering
Project Management

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