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Aecon Group Inc.

Estimator, Sr.

Toronto, ONCAD100K - CAD150K / yearPosted 6 days ago
Full-timeonsitesenior

Job Description

  • Lead the development of detailed and accurate estimates for electrical and substation projects, including greenfield and brownfield work.
  • Review, analyze, and interpret drawings, specifications, contracts, addenda, quotations, and other bid documentation.
  • Perform and/or oversee quantity take-offs during early design and from issued-for-construction drawings.
  • Coordinate and evaluate pricing from Subcontractors and Suppliers, incorporating scope reviews, bid leveling, and risk assessments.
  • Collaborate closely with Procurement, Operations, PMO, Finance, and Engineering to align estimate strategies with execution plans.
  • Formulate full cost models for tender submissions, including labour, equipment, materials, rentals, subcontractors, indirects, risk, and contingency.
  • Provide leadership and guidance to junior estimators and support estimating best practices and standardization.
  • Be accountable for the accuracy, completeness, and competitiveness of assigned estimates and submissions.
  • Lead Bid Closing, Bid Review, and Bid Handover meetings, ensuring clear communication of assumptions, risks, and opportunities.
  • Prepare recommendations for subcontract awards and support procurement strategies as required.
  • Support project setup and transition from estimate to execution, ensuring continuity of pricing logic and scope understanding.
  • Track, forecast, and report on the financial performance of selected projects and support corporate forecasting efforts as needed.
  • Complete Post-Bid and Post-Project Analysis, ensuring lessons learned are captured and shared.
  • Provide technical and commercial support to field and project teams throughout project execution.
  • Assist with Prequalification, RFQ, and RFI responses as required.
  • Ensure compliance with Aecon’s risk management policies, procedures, and governance requirements.
  • Foster strong relationships with Clients, Consultants, Subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.
  • Support and promote Aecon’s commitment to safety, inclusion, diversity, and a culture of belonging.
  • Travel to owner offices, project sites, and conduct pre-tender site visits as required (including occasional overnight travel).
  • Safely navigate job sites, stairs, uneven terrain, and carry drawings and documentation as required.
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