Senior Estimator

#273368 Belleville, ON, Canada

Description

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Estimator / Project Manager to oversee estimating, tendering, planning, and execution of structural steel, miscellaneous metals, steel erection, and millwrighting projects. This role is ideal for a detail‑driven professional with strong technical knowledge of steel fabrication and installation, combined with proven project leadership experience.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for structural steel, miscellaneous metals, and millwrighting scopes.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, and tender documents to determine material, labour, and equipment requirements.
• Perform quantity take‑offs, solicit subcontractor and supplier pricing, and develop complete bid packages.
• Identify project risks, constructability issues, and value‑engineering opportunities.
• Maintain estimating databases, historical cost records, and pricing templates. Project Management
• Lead projects from award through close‑out, ensuring schedule, budget, and quality targets are met.

• Coordinate fabrication, erection, and millwrighting activities with internal teams and subcontractors.
• Develop project schedules, work plans, and installation sequencing.
• Manage RFIs, change orders, site instructions, and progress documentation.
• Conduct site visits to monitor progress, verify measurements, and support field teams.
• Maintain strong client relationships and act as the primary point of contact throughout the project lifecycle.

 

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in estimating and project management within steel fabrication, structural steel, or related construction sectors.
• Strong understanding of steel fabrication processes, erection methods, and millwrighting practices.
• Ability to read and interpret structural drawings, fabrication details, and engineering specifications.
• Proficiency with estimating and project management software (e.g., Excel, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, or similar).
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Post‑secondary education in engineering, construction management, or a related trade is an asset.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to job sites across Ontario.

 

Preferred Assets

• Experience with heavy industrial or millwrighting projects.
• Familiarity with CWB standards and steel fabrication quality requirements.
• PMP or equivalent project management certification.
• Knowledge of Ontario Building Code and OHSA construction regulations.

 

What We Offer

• Salary range $40.00 to $50.00 hourly dependent upon experience
• Competitive benefits package including extended health, dental, vision and life insurance.
• Opportunities for advancement within a growing company.
• A collaborative environment where your expertise directly impacts project success.

• Diverse and challenging projects across industrial, commercial, and infrastructure sectors.