Civil Estimating Manager

• Location: Vancouver, British Columbia
• Type: Direct Hire
• Job #14382
• Salary: CA$210,000 Per Hour

About the Opportunity

MatchBox Consulting Group is conducting a confidential search on behalf of a well-established heavy civil contractor throughout British Columbia.

Our client is seeking an experienced Estimating Manager to lead its estimating function in the Vancouver office. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior estimating professional who enjoys mentoring teams, driving bid strategy, and partnering with executive leadership on high-value infrastructure pursuits.

This is a leadership position best suited to someone who combines strong technical estimating expertise with the ability to build processes, develop people, and influence project strategy.

The Role

As the Estimating Manager, you will oversee the estimating department and be responsible for the successful delivery of competitive tenders across a diverse portfolio of heavy civil infrastructure projects.

Working closely with senior leadership and operations, you'll establish bid strategies, allocate estimating resources, review risk, and ensure consistency and accuracy throughout the estimating process. You'll also play an important role in developing junior estimators and continuously improving estimating standards and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of estimators through all stages of the bid process.
• Oversee bid planning, resource allocation, schedules, and proposal execution.
• Establish estimating strategies that align with company objectives and project opportunities.
• Review estimates for completeness, accuracy, constructability, and commercial risk.
• Partner with Operations to validate construction methodologies, sequencing, and pricing assumptions.
• Lead estimate review meetings and executive bid presentations.
• Evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing while developing key industry relationships.
• Identify project risks and develop pricing strategies and contingency plans.
• Drive continuous improvement of estimating procedures, templates, and best practices.
• Support business development initiatives by evaluating new opportunities and market trends.
• Participate in post-bid reviews and project handovers to ensure knowledge transfer to operations.
• Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture within the estimating team.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of heavy civil estimating experience, including leadership or management responsibilities.
• Demonstrated success leading estimates for major infrastructure or civil construction projects.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, contract delivery models, and procurement strategies.
• Experience reviewing complex tender documents, specifications, and contractual requirements.
• Proven leadership skills with experience mentoring and developing estimating teams.
• Advanced proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Professional designation (P.Eng., PMP, or equivalent) is considered an asset.

What You'll Bring

• A collaborative leadership style with the ability to earn credibility across estimating, operations, and executive teams.
• Strategic thinking and sound commercial judgment.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• A proactive mindset focused on continuous improvement.
• The ability to manage multiple major pursuits simultaneously without sacrificing quality.

Why Join

• Join a respected heavy civil contractor with a strong pipeline of infrastructure projects across British Columbia.
• Lead an experienced estimating team while influencing company-wide bidding strategy.
• Work alongside a collaborative executive leadership group.
• Competitive compensation package including bonus and comprehensive benefits.
• Long-term leadership opportunity with significant career growth potential.

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About MatchBox

Headquartered in downtown Vancouver and serving clients nationally, MatchBox is one of the leading recruitment and solutions firms that specializes in the fields of IT & Technology, Engineering & Technical, Real Estate & Construction, and Accounting & Finance. We offer unrivaled expertise with our team's extensive experience in the recruitment and professional services industry. We are dedicated to building great connections and creating strong opportunities within the workforce and the labor market.

Equal Opportunities

MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination. Our recruitment teams receive ongoing training on using objective criteria for evaluating candidates and other related topics to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Work Permits

Please note that we require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application. This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.

Further Consideration

We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.

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