Senior Estimator, Major Projects

SB Canada is hiring a Senior Estimator to lead tender pursuits for our Major Projects group, which covers projects across Canada. You will own each pursuit from start to submission: building the estimate, shaping the commercial strategy, managing risk, and bringing together the internal and external stakeholders needed to deliver a winning, profitable bid.

When a project is awarded, you will lead the handover to the construction and project delivery teams and stay involved to support a strong start. This role suits a seasoned estimator who combines technical depth with commercial judgment and is comfortable presenting to senior leadership.

• Lead major project tender pursuits, managing the involvement of key internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead the preparation, cost estimation, commercial evaluation and execution of major project tender submissions.
• Develop bid strategy with engineering, operations and leadership, including means and methods, schedule and pricing approach.
• Review tender documents and contract terms to identify scope gaps, commercial exposure and opportunities.

• Manage risk through the tendering process in a clear and methodical way, from identification through to pricing and mitigation.
• Provide input and guidance on subcontract negotiations, focusing on favourable commercial terms while mitigating risk.
• Evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing and scope for completeness and value.

• Prepare high-level summaries and presentations of tender pursuits for senior management review.
• Guide and mentor estimators and coordinators on the Major Projects team.
• Attend client and stakeholder meetings, site visits and pre-bid meetings as required.

• On project award, lead the transition to the construction and project delivery teams.
• Provide a formal handover and ongoing support to project delivery and construction teams.

• Be an active participant in SB Canada’s Health and Safety Program, helping to foster a positive safety culture as we continue to move from compliance to care.

NOTE:

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or related discipline.

• 10+ years of estimating or construction experience in deep foundations, ground improvement, excavation support, tunnelling, or geotechnical construction.
• Proven track record leading large, complex tender pursuits from start to submission.
• Experience with a range of delivery models, such as design-bid-build, design-build and progressive or collaborative contracts.
• Experience in deep foundations, geotechnical or ground engineering works is a strong asset.

• Strong commercial judgment and a structured approach to risk.
• Confident presenter able to summarize complex pursuits for senior leadership.
• Skilled negotiator and relationship builder with clients, partners and subcontractors.
• Organized and calm under tight tender deadlines.
• Collaborative leader who brings engineering, operations and commercial teams together.

• Bilingual in English and French.
• Proficiency with estimating software such as HCSS Heavy Bid or B2W, and takeoff tools such as Bluebeam.
• Working knowledge of scheduling tools such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project.
• Strong understanding of CCDC and other standard Canadian construction contracts.
• Willingness to travel across Canada as required.

• None required. P.Eng., PQS or GSC designation is an asset.