Senior Estimator; Municipal Infrastructure

Position: Senior Estimator (Municipal Infrastructure)
Full-time

Company Description
We are Chandos.

We exist to build a better world.

Our vision is to emerge as Canada’s premier technical builder, distinguished by our relentless pursuit of innovation , collaboration , and sustainability  in all that we do.

We are 100 per cent employee-owned , and our success is driven by our employee owners. We prioritize people, purpose, and performance in all that we do. When the company thrives, you benefit directly. When everyone is invested - literally - it builds a community of accountability, pride and mutual support.

We look for team members who are gritty , accountable , and driven  - with a mindset rooted in initiative and purpose , you think like an entrepreneur  and build strong, trusting relationships through clear communication and thoughtful dialogue, even in challenging conversations.

Job Description
We are seeking an  Senior Estimator  with a passion for collaborative delivery models to join our Civil team. You’ll be at the heart of collaborative, multi‑stakeholder projects, delivering cost certainty and value from project conception through to construction start on site.

Effectively determine the bid strategies required for Chandos to be successful

Prepare and coordinate full‑cost estimates for all project phases, concept to tender, with a focus on collaborative methodology

Lead estimating workshops to align costs with project goals and foster transparent decision‑making

Perform detailed material, labour, equipment, and subcontractor take‑offs

Establish and maintain unit costs, labour rates, escalation, and contingency allowances

Solicit competitive bids, negotiate with subcontractors/suppliers, and conduct value‑engineering reviews

Provide constructability advice during pre‑construction, coordinating with operations teams on procurement, schedule, and logistics

Track estimated vs. actual costs, report variances, and support lessons learned for continuous improvement

Build and maintain exceptionally strong relationships with subtrades, consultants, suppliers, and all of our valued clients

15 or more years  of experience in commercial construction estimating

Minimum of 5 years of experience estimating for a general contractor not self performing developer

Able to clearly present complex cost data and influence decisions

Post‑secondary degree or diploma in construction/engineering or an appropriate field

Strong organizational, prioritization, and process discipline; advanced Excel and cost‑estimating software proficiency

Analytical & Technically Strong: proficient in reading drawings/specs and in cost modelling

Collaborative: excels in consensus‑building within diverse project teams

Communicative: confident in presenting and defending cost recommendations

Industry‑Savvy: understands market conditions, supply chains, and sector‑specific complexities

Additional Information
Chandos is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture and this includes our recruitment and hiring process.

We recognize that our differences are our greatest strengths. We uncover talent. We nurture talent. And then we give people the tools they need to use their talent to create a positive impact.

We are 100% employee owned . Every person who works for Chandos can become an owner. There is only one class of units at Chandos, because we believe everyone should be treated equal . We talk about being an entrepreneurial‑minded organization and you can be sure we mean it!

Competitive wages

Well rounded employer paid benefits program  including health, dental, vision care and employee assistance program

RRSP matching program  to aid and prepare employees for long‑term financial security

Educational assistance  for employees who wish to pursue job‑performance enhancing education

Recognition and annual salary reviews program

Leadership conferences  that allow employees to connect and collaborate

Vacancy Status

We are actively recruiting for this position.

AI Disclosure

Chandos is committed to transparent recruitment. Our internal team does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to  screen ,  assess , or  select  applicants (though we do use AI tools for administrative interview transcription). However, some of our external staffing partners may utilize AI to  screen ,  assess , or  select  candidates during their initial workflows. All final hiring decisions at Chandos are made personally by our hiring team.

Compensation Transparency

Expected salary band for this role is (depending on experience):$112,000 - $147,900

The base salary range for this role is listed above and may vary based on your experience.

This position also includes a  competitive bonus program.  Throughout the interview process, we’ll discuss your background to determine the best alignment for your experience level.

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