Senior Civil Estimator

• Location: Burnaby, British Columbia
• Type: Direct Hire
• Job #14456
• Salary: CA$140,000 Per Hour

Our client is a well-established heavy civil contractor with a strong presence across Western Canada, delivering complex infrastructure, underground utility, transportation, and road construction projects. With decades of industry experience, they have built a reputation for safety, quality, and successful project delivery across municipal, provincial, and private sector clients.

They are seeking an experienced Civil Estimator to join their estimating team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong heavy civil background who enjoys preparing competitive bids, collaborating with operations teams, and contributing to the successful pursuit of infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Review drawings, specifications, and contract documents to determine project scope and requirements.
• Prepare complete cost estimates and tender submissions for small, medium, and large heavy civil construction projects.
• Develop estimating strategies and execution plans for competitive bid submissions.
• Solicit, evaluate, and incorporate subcontractor and supplier pricing into estimates.
• Prepare detailed self-perform estimates, including labour, equipment, materials, and production costs.
• Conduct risk assessments and participate in bid review meetings with senior leadership.
• Support RFQ and RFP submissions, including joint venture pursuits when required.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and project stakeholders.
• Collaborate with operations teams to ensure estimates align with project execution strategies.
• Assist with contract negotiations and pre-qualification submissions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of heavy civil estimating experience on infrastructure and construction projects.
• Experience preparing estimates, tender submissions, and contract negotiations for projects of varying size and complexity.
• Strong understanding of heavy civil construction methods, production rates, and project execution.
• Experience estimating underground utilities, road construction, earthworks, transportation, or infrastructure projects.
• Engineering designation (P.Eng.), EIT, technical diploma, or equivalent industry experience is considered an asset.
• Experience working within the Lower Mainland market is considered an asset.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience using Hard Dollar estimating software is an asset.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight bid deadlines.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence.

What’s Offered

• Competitive salary of $100,000–$140,000, based on experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive extended health and dental benefits.
• RRSP matching program.
• Paid vacation and additional paid time off.
• Long-term career growth and professional development opportunities.
• Collaborative team environment with exposure to diverse heavy civil and infrastructure projects.
• Opportunity to work with an established organization delivering complex projects across Western Canada.

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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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