Job Description
Commercial Construction Estimator
Reporting directly to the Vice President of Estimating, the Commercial Construction Estimator will take ownership of estimating operations within the local market and support the company's continued expansion.
Lead the preparation of detailed conceptual, budgetary, and hard-bid estimates
Analyze drawings, specifications, and project requirements to develop accurate pricing strategies
Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier proposals
Identify cost-saving opportunities and value engineering solutions
Collaborate with operations and business development teams throughout the pursuit process
Present estimates and recommendations to executive leadership
Support the development and continuous improvement of estimating processes and best practices
MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.
For the Commercial Construction Estimator we are seeking:
Minimum 5 to 7 years of commercial construction estimating experience
Proven ability to prepare competitive and accurate project estimates
Strong understanding of commercial construction means, methods, and pricing
Experience reviewing plans, specifications, subcontractor scopes, and bid packages
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
Ability to work independently while helping build and lead a growing estimating function
A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset with a desire to contribute to company growth
Opportunity to establish and lead estimating efforts in a growing market
Direct visibility and mentorship from senior executive leadership
Exposure to a diverse portfolio of commercial construction projects
Clear career advancement opportunities within an expanding organization
Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Houston, Texas |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Salary | $100,000–$115,000 Per Year |
| Company Size | 10,000 employees or more |
| Website | https://www.michaelpage.ca/ |
About Company
Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.
Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job.
In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas:
Banking and financial services
Digital and e-commerce
Engineering and manufacturing
Finance and accounting
Human resources
Information technology
Marketing
Oil and gas
Procurement and supply chain
Property and construction
Sales
An Established Brand
The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry.
A Market Leader
The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world.
Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.
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