Job Description
Job Title
Estimator
Job Description
Prepare detailed cost estimates for underground utility, water, sewer, storm drainage, and civil construction projects. Review plans, specifications, and contract documents to determine project requirements. Perform quantity takeoffs and pricing analysis for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors. Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations. Identify project risks, opportunities, and value engineering solutions during the estimating process. Collaborate with project managers, operations teams, and clients during bid preparation. Maintain estimating databases and historical cost information. Participate in bid reviews, project handovers, and pre-construction meetings. Ensure estimates align with company standards, project schedules, and profitability goals.
The Successful Applicant
Previous estimating experience within civil construction, utility construction, or heavy highway projects. Strong understanding of underground utilities, excavation, grading, and infrastructure construction techniques. Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and bid documents. Experience with estimating software and Microsoft Office applications. Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills. Proven ability to manage multiple estimates and meet strict bid deadlines. Knowledge of local regulations, safety standards, and construction best practices is preferred.
What's on Offer
Competitive compensation package - $130k-$170k dependent on experience. Bonus. Comprehensive benefits program. Opportunity to work on impactful civil infrastructure projects. Career advancement within a growing and stable organization. Collaborative team environment with strong leadership support. Professional development and training opportunities.
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Job Summary
Sector: Construction
Sub Sector: Estimator
Industry: Property
Where: Old Bridge
Contract Type: Permanent
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Old Bridge, NJ |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Salary | $130,000–$170,000 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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