Estimator; Municipal Infrastructure

Position: Estimator (Municipal Infrastructure)
Job Description
We are seeking an 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

Deep knowledge of local construction and sub‑contract marketplace

5 years in estimating, 4 years with construction management

Degree or diploma in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management (or related)

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

Able to clearly present complex cost data and influence decisions

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 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

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