Civil Estimator

Kieswetter Excavating Inc. | Waterloo Region, ON | Full-Time Kieswetter Excavating is a fourth-generation, family-owned heavy civil contractor with over 90 years in business, delivering many of Waterloo Region's high-profile projects across excavating, grading, site servicing, sewer and watermain, earthwork, concrete, demolition, and aggregates. We're hiring a motivated estimator with a strong civil background to join our team.

The Role As part of our estimating team, you'll work closely with ownership, project managers, field staff, and clients — taking projects from detailed take-offs through to final bid across the full range of our civil work, while upholding our standards of quality and integrity. Full-time with benefits.
What You'll Do

• Perform detailed quantity take-offs and prepare cost estimates across all disciplines — earthmoving, grading, site servicing, sewer and watermain, concrete, demolition, and aggregates.
• Analyze drawings, specifications, and contract documents for accuracy.
• Research material, equipment, and subcontractor pricing, and build relationships to secure competitive rates.
• Identify project risks and opportunities during the bid process.
• Coordinate with PMs and field supervisors on practical construction methods.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and site visits, prepare bid submissions, and support client presentations.

• 3+ years of estimating experience in civil construction; breadth across disciplines an asset.
• Proven accuracy with quantity take-offs and the ability to read civil drawings and specs.
• Strong understanding of civil construction methods — earthwork, grading, underground utilities, concrete, and site servicing.
• Knowledge of applicable codes and standards for civil and underground infrastructure.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with B2W (Bid2
  
  Win) estimating an asset.
• Strong communication, organization, and time management.
• Reliable transportation and ability to work in a rural location.
• Civil Engineering Technology diploma or related credential an asset.