Senior Estimator - Kenaidan​/Murphy JOINT Venture

Kenaidan and Murphy are excited to announce a joint venture dedicated to bringing global innovation to infrastructure projects across Ontario.

Project Overview: The Bloor‑Yonge Capacity Improvements Project is a significant undertaking by the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) to expand and modernize Bloor‑Yonge station – Canada’s busiest subway hub. This initiative focuses on meeting current and future ridership needs by improving the station’s efficiency, capacity, and accessibility.

The Kenaidan Murphy Joint Venture (KMJV) is committed to transforming the station to enable faster, more reliable, and more comfortable travel throughout the Greater Toronto Area. The project will deliver upgraded facilities, contributing to a safer, cleaner, and higher‑capacity subway system for passengers.

Who we are: Founded in 1974, Kenaidan is a dynamic construction firm dedicated to creating structures that contribute to the well‑being of our community. With expertise in general contracting and construction management, we embed innovation and sustainability into every project. #Team Kenaidan
. Murphy operates in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Canada and America as a leading international specialist engineering and construction company. Founded in 1951, we are committed to improving life through world‑class infrastructure solutions across transportation, natural resources, energy, and water sectors. #Move To Murphy .

We are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing employees’
work‑life balance with a competitive compensation package.

• Top wages
• Benefit coverage for you and your dependents
• Employer RRSP contributions (no match required)
• Paid Time Off

We currently have an opening in Toronto, ON for a:

The Senior Estimator will lead the development of cost estimates and pricing strategies for a complex rail/transit infrastructure project. This role plays a key part in the development phase, ensuring all estimates are accurate, competitive, and aligned with project scope, risk profile, and delivery strategy.

How you will contribute to the team:

• Lead the preparation of detailed cost estimates including labour, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and indirect costs.
• Oversee quantity take‑offs and ensure accuracy of measured quantities and assumptions.
• Review contract documents, specifications, and design packages to define scope, identify risks, and develop pricing strategies.
• Lead the development of target price estimates within a progressive design‑build environment.
• Manage estimate updates throughout design development, ensuring alignment with evolving scope and project requirements.
• Lead subcontractor and supplier pricing strategies, including solicitation, evaluation, and scope alignment.
• Prepare and review estimate breakdowns, cost plans, and bid analyses.
• Identify project risks and opportunities, incorporating contingency and value engineering strategies into estimates.
• Collaborate with design, construction, and commercial teams to ensure estimates reflect constructability and execution planning.
• Lead estimating reviews, risk workshops, and internal pricing discussions.
• Prepare RFIs to clarify scope gaps, inconsistencies, or ambiguities in contract and design documents.
• Support the preparation and presentation of estimate submissions and target price proposals to senior leadership and client stakeholders.

Education and Experience:

• Degree or diploma in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• 8–12+ years of estimating experience on infrastructure or construction projects.
• Experience with rail/transit or major infrastructure projects is preferred.
• Experience working on collaborative Design‑Build, Alliance, or Joint Venture projects is considered an asset.
• Proven experience leading estimates on large, complex, multi‑disciplinary projects.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, cost drivers, and project delivery strategies.
• Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities within estimating teams.
• Advanced analytical and cost planning skills.
• Strong understanding of risk allocation, contingency development, and value engineering.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence technical and commercial decisions.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.

Salary Range: $145,000 to $170,000, depending on experience.

We are an inclusive and equal opportunity employer committed to providing diversity and accommodation for applicants upon request in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

This is a full‑time position.