Evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing and scope for completeness and value.
Reporting and leadership
Prepare high-level summaries and presentations of tender pursuits for senior management review.
Guide and mentor estimators and coordinators on the Major Projects team.
Attend client and stakeholder meetings, site visits and pre-bid meetings as required.
Project handover
On project award, lead the transition to the construction and project delivery teams.
Provide a formal handover and ongoing support to project delivery and construction teams.
Health and safety
Be an active participant in SB Canada’s Health and Safety Program, helping to foster a positive safety culture as we continue to move from compliance to care.
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Qualifications – What Will Make You Successful
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or related discipline.
Experience
10+ years of estimating or construction experience in deep foundations, ground improvement, excavation support, tunnelling, or geotechnical construction.
Proven track record leading large, complex tender pursuits from start to submission.
Experience with a range of delivery models, such as design-bid-build, design-build and progressive or collaborative contracts.
Experience in deep foundations, geotechnical or ground engineering works is a strong asset.
Soft Skills
Strong commercial judgment and a structured approach to risk.
Confident presenter able to summarize complex pursuits for senior leadership.
Skilled negotiator and relationship builder with clients, partners and subcontractors.
Organized and calm under tight tender deadlines.
Collaborative leader who brings engineering, operations and commercial teams together.
Preferred Skills
Bilingual in English and French.
Proficiency with estimating software such as HCSS HeavyBid or B2W, and takeoff tools such as Bluebeam.
Working knowledge of scheduling tools such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project.
Strong understanding of CCDC and other standard Canadian construction contracts.
Willingness to travel across Canada as required.
Required Designations or Certifications
None required. P.Eng., PQS or GSC designation is an asset.
Please note
Only candidates being considered for this position will be contacted. SB Canada is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. If you are selected to participate in the recruitment process, please inform Human Resources of any accommodations you may require. Our team will directly work with you to ensure you are fully able to participate in the process.
This posting is for an active vacancy we are currently hiring for.
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology to assist with application screening and assessments. This technology is used as a support tool, and all hiring decisions are made by our hiring team.
Position: Senior Estimator – Major Projects
Job Type: Permanent, Monday to Friday
Location: Hamilton, Ontario
Pay Range: $125,000 to $145,000 annually
WHY JOIN US
With over 120 years of experience in North America, Soletanche Bachy Canada (“SB Canada”) is an established leader in the deep foundations industry. Through our affiliation with the Soletanche Freyssinet group of companies, SB Canada combines local experience with international expertise and can confidently say “Build on Us”.
Our employees enjoy a safe and stable work environment, and a culture based on integrity, teamwork and passion for our jobs. By joining Soletanche Bachy Canada, you will become part of a growing team and have opportunities to build strong relationships with industry leaders from around the world with an employer that is committed to career development.
