Estimator - Bilingual

We are currently seeking an Estimator to join our client's Estimating team. The successful candidate will contribute to increasing the teams sales volume by coordinating administrative tasks during tenders, organizing newly awarded projects, and submitting necessary documentation to customers. This role will also support market expansion by researching tenders and identifying all potential bidders for each project. Additionally, the Estimator will help drive internal efficiencies by managing estimating and sales-related administrative functions and keeping tracking sheets, tender websites, and the bidding calendar up to date.

Location - Kanata (Ottawa) or Richmond Hill

Advantages
Hands-on learning environment
Supportive team culture
Opportunities for growth
Client-focused operations

Responsibilities
Inform Director of Business Development and Territory Manager of selected tenders
Create and maintain electronic project / tender files and bid list daily
Download/Purchase Bid Package/Bid Documents/Front End Documents
Read, interpret, and understand tender specifications to identify important project
requirements as well as special products, e.g., Stainless Steel rebar, epoxy coated rebar,
galvanized rebar, GFRP rebar, stud rails, Welded Wire Mesh, smooth dowels, QVE, welding,
bid bond, secret clearance, etc.
Coordinate with the estimating department to ensure that a proposal number and an
estimator are assigned, that the master sheet is updated, and that the team is made aware of
closing dates, changes, agenda, etc.
Input and continuous update of projects and clients / bidders information on the bidding
calendar and the master sheet, tender monitoring, continuous communication with the
salesperson and estimating department
Generate project pricing sheet for custom-tailored quotes, assist sales team preparing bid
documents and bid packages
Prepare and solicit prices from special products suppliers, follow up with suppliers, receive
quotations and save in project / tender files
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
Support salesperson and estimating team by requesting tender extensions, as required, as
well as further information needed to estimate and properly price the job, such as the
construction schedule
Assist in the preparation of project estimates, and budgets as needed
Assist with project specific and general prequalification questionnaires, as required
Coordinate bid bonds, as required
Price small jobs in consultation with the salesperson, as needed
Assist with handover of successful bid from estimating team to execution team. Initiate
upcoming project work
Notify suppliers of project changes, and initiate suppliers POs when contract is awarded in
coordination with the sales team
Respond to all inquiries from clients and suppliers
Provide other administrative duties as required, as well as other duties and responsibilities as
needed from time to time

Qualifications
Civil engineer background with experience in the construction industry (2-5 years experience)
Experience Estimating Rebar (2-3 years)
Fluent in both English and French
Project Coordination experience an asset
Superior communication skills, both written and oral, positive attitude, and creative mindset
Fluent in English with the ability to read, write and speak at an exceptional level
Sound computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Outlook, Excel)
Proven ability to work independently and in a cooperative team environment
Initiative and flexibility with time and job duties
Ability to work well under pressure, with a focus on deadlines, requiring minimal supervision.
Organized, strong work ethic and interpersonal skills, good attention to detail

Summary
To apply for this position, please apply online or email your resume to ... with the subject line Bilingual Estimator Application.

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