Estimator

About Chandos Construction

Chandos Construction is dedicated to creating a better world through innovation, collaboration, and sustainable building practices. As a 100% employee-owned company, our success is driven by our team of owners who share accountability, pride, and support, thriving together in a culture that fosters entrepreneurial thinking and clear, purposeful communication.

Role Overview

We are looking to add an Estimator experienced in collaborative delivery methods to our team. This role plays a key part in delivering cost certainty and maximizing project value from early concept stages through to construction kickoff. You will engage closely with diverse stakeholders on Integrative Project Delivery (IPD) projects, a pioneering collaborative construction approach in Canada.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective bid strategies that ensure Chandos’s success.
• Create and coordinate comprehensive cost estimates encompassing all project phases, emphasizing collaboration.
• Facilitate cost alignment workshops to promote transparent decision-making aligned with project objectives.
• Conduct detailed take-offs for materials, labor, equipment, and subcontractor services.
• Maintain updated unit costs, labor rates, escalation factors, and contingency provisions.
• Solicit competitive bids from subcontractors and suppliers, negotiate terms, and perform value-engineering analyses.
• Offer constructability insights during pre-construction, collaborating with operations on procurement, scheduling, and logistics.
• Monitor estimated versus actual costs, analyze variances, and contribute to continuous improvement through lessons learned.
• Build and nurture robust relationships with subtrades, consultants, suppliers, and clients.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience as an estimator with a commercial general contractor, leading full building cost estimates independently from concept through tender submission.
• Demonstrated expertise in estimating complex projects across commercial, institutional, healthcare, residential, recreational, or mixed-use developments.
• Thorough knowledge of major building systems and scopes including site work, structural, architectural, mechanical, and electrical components.
• Ability to clearly present intricate cost information and influence project and business decisions effectively.
• Post-secondary diploma or degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Possession of CEC (CIQS) designation is required, while PQS designation is preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and estimating software coupled with excellent organizational and prioritization skills.
• Capability to manage multiple bidding pursuits and meet tight deadlines successfully.
• Strong skills in interpreting construction documents including drawings, specifications, methodologies, and cost models.
• A collaborative mindset able to foster consensus among diverse project participants.
• Confidence in defending estimates, assumptions, and recommendations during presentations.
• Deep understanding of market trends, subcontractor dynamics, procurement approaches, and construction cost drivers.

Additional Information

Chandos is committed to equal opportunity employment and fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We believe diversity is a source of strength and provide tools to help our employees thrive and make meaningful contributions.

• 100% employee ownership where every Chandos worker can become an owner and participate equally.
• Competitive salary with additional bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive employer-funded benefits including health, dental, vision, and employee assistance programs.
• RRSP matching program to support long-term financial planning.
• Educational support for job-relevant continuing education.
• Recognition programs and annual salary reviews.
• Leadership conferences and company-wide engagement events promoting connection and collaboration.

Recruitment Disclosure

All hiring decisions are made personally by the Chandos team. While AI tools may assist with administrative tasks, they are not used for candidate screening or selection internally. External staffing partners might use AI during early recruitment stages.