- Salary
- C$90k – C$120k
- Location
- Vaughan, ON
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Engineering
- Seniority
- Senior
- Experience
- 30+ years
- Source
- PCRecruiter
Description
Senior Estimator / Project Manager – Civil Infrastructure
Our client, an awarded one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies, specializes in asphalt paving, concrete, civil infrastructure, landscape construction, underground work, and site improvements for private and public-sector clients. With over 30 years in the market, this vertically integrated construction group, continues to grow, and they are now looking for an experienced Estimator / Project Manager to join their leadership team. This role is office-based in the Vaughan area.
This is a key role for an individual with strong estimating expertise and the proven ability to successfully manage civil infrastructure projects from tender to completion.
About the Role
The ideal candidate is a seasoned construction professional with deep knowledge of estimating practices, cost control, and project management within the asphalt, concrete, civil, and site-servicing sectors. You are highly analytical, detail-oriented, and confident leading projects, communicating with clients, and driving results.
You will take full ownership of the full-cycle bid process, project award, and execution, working closely with the Operations, Engineering, and Senior Management teams.
Key Responsibilities
1. Estimating & Tendering
- Prepare detailed cost estimates for civil infrastructure projects including asphalt paving, concrete, landscape construction, site works, road reconstruction, and related scopes.
- Conduct full quantity take-offs and interpret drawings, specifications, and addenda.
- Lead the end-to-end estimating and tender submission process, ensuring accuracy, competitiveness, and adherence to tender requirements.
- Obtain subcontractor and supplier pricing and evaluate quotes for inclusion in bids.
- Prepare RFI’s and liaise with clients/consultants for clarification during the tender stage.
- Build detailed cost summaries, lead sheets, production rates, and bid schedules.
2. Project Management
- Manage awarded projects from start to finish, including scheduling, procurement, cost tracking, and contract administration.
- Attend site meetings, coordinate with Site Supervisors, and support field operations with pricing, scope interpretation, and cost control.
- Prepare and approve change orders, extra work orders, and progress billings.
- Maintain project budgets, forecasts, and cost-to-complete reporting.
- Oversee subcontractor performance, materials ordering, and issue resolution.
- Ensure compliance with client expectations, contract requirements, safety policies, and project specifications.
3. Leadership & Communication
- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the project lifecycle.
- Collaborate with Senior Management to review bids, pricing strategies, and project performance.
- Provide mentorship to junior estimators and support continuous improvement in estimating processes.
Qualifications
5+ years estimating experience in civil construction, roadbuilding, infrastructure, asphalt, concrete, or related fields.
Project management experience managing civil projects from tender through completion.
Degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
Proficiency with Bid2Win (B2W), CostX, HeavyBid, or similar estimating software.
Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel; MS Project an asset.
Exceptional organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Valid Ontario driver’s licence.
About Harbinger Network Inc.
Harbinger Network Inc. is a Canadian-based firm serving companies across Canada and the USA through a diverse network of recruiters and expertise spanning more than 10 major disciplines, with a mission to connect exceptional professionals with organizations across North America and deliver talent that integrates seamlessly and makes an immediate impact.
To apply for the position of Senior Estimator / Project Manager – Civil Infrastructure in confidence, please submit your resume to:
Disclosure
This posting represents an active and genuine vacancy with one of Harbinger Network's clients and is not for speculative or pipeline recruitment. Harbinger Network and/or our clients may use AI-assisted tools to support the screening and evaluation of applications; however, these tools are not intended to replace the Hiring Manager's judgement or decision-making in the hiring process.
Our client, an awarded one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies, specializes in asphalt paving, concrete, civil infrastructure, landscape construction, underground work, and site improvements for private and public-sector clients. With over 30 years in the market, this vertically integrated construction group, continues to grow, and they are now looking for an experienced Estimator / Project Manager to join their leadership team. This role is office-based in the Vaughan area.
This is a key role for an individual with strong estimating expertise and the proven ability to successfully manage civil infrastructure projects from tender to completion.
About the Role
The ideal candidate is a seasoned construction professional with deep knowledge of estimating practices, cost control, and project management within the asphalt, concrete, civil, and site-servicing sectors. You are highly analytical, detail-oriented, and confident leading projects, communicating with clients, and driving results.
You will take full ownership of the full-cycle bid process, project award, and execution, working closely with the Operations, Engineering, and Senior Management teams.
Key Responsibilities
1. Estimating & Tendering
- Prepare detailed cost estimates for civil infrastructure projects including asphalt paving, concrete, landscape construction, site works, road reconstruction, and related scopes.
- Conduct full quantity take-offs and interpret drawings, specifications, and addenda.
- Lead the end-to-end estimating and tender submission process, ensuring accuracy, competitiveness, and adherence to tender requirements.
- Obtain subcontractor and supplier pricing and evaluate quotes for inclusion in bids.
- Prepare RFI’s and liaise with clients/consultants for clarification during the tender stage.
- Build detailed cost summaries, lead sheets, production rates, and bid schedules.
2. Project Management
- Manage awarded projects from start to finish, including scheduling, procurement, cost tracking, and contract administration.
- Attend site meetings, coordinate with Site Supervisors, and support field operations with pricing, scope interpretation, and cost control.
- Prepare and approve change orders, extra work orders, and progress billings.
- Maintain project budgets, forecasts, and cost-to-complete reporting.
- Oversee subcontractor performance, materials ordering, and issue resolution.
- Ensure compliance with client expectations, contract requirements, safety policies, and project specifications.
3. Leadership & Communication
- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the project lifecycle.
- Collaborate with Senior Management to review bids, pricing strategies, and project performance.
- Provide mentorship to junior estimators and support continuous improvement in estimating processes.
Qualifications
5+ years estimating experience in civil construction, roadbuilding, infrastructure, asphalt, concrete, or related fields.
Project management experience managing civil projects from tender through completion.
Degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
Proficiency with Bid2Win (B2W), CostX, HeavyBid, or similar estimating software.
Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel; MS Project an asset.
Exceptional organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Valid Ontario driver’s licence.
About Harbinger Network Inc.
Harbinger Network Inc. is a Canadian-based firm serving companies across Canada and the USA through a diverse network of recruiters and expertise spanning more than 10 major disciplines, with a mission to connect exceptional professionals with organizations across North America and deliver talent that integrates seamlessly and makes an immediate impact.
To apply for the position of Senior Estimator / Project Manager – Civil Infrastructure in confidence, please submit your resume to:
Carolina Diaz, Senior Recruitment Advisor
Direct Line: (365) 800-3598
Email: [email protected]
Disclosure
This posting represents an active and genuine vacancy with one of Harbinger Network's clients and is not for speculative or pipeline recruitment. Harbinger Network and/or our clients may use AI-assisted tools to support the screening and evaluation of applications; however, these tools are not intended to replace the Hiring Manager's judgement or decision-making in the hiring process.
Skills
ExcelComplianceProcurementProject Management
