Job Title: Estimator / Senior Estimator
Location: Burnaby, BC
Salary: $100K – $140K
Job Type: Full-Time, Onsite
Estimator / Senior Estimator
Overview
Our client, a well-established and growing construction company based in Burnaby, BC, is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join their leadership team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in securing complex construction projects while working alongside an experienced management team in a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment.
Reporting to senior leadership, you’ll lead the estimating process from initial tender through pre-construction while helping shape project strategy and supporting future business growth across Western Canada.
What You’ll Do
- Lead the preparation of detailed cost estimates, tender submissions and pre-construction activities for complex construction projects.
- Review drawings, specifications and contract documentation to identify project scope, opportunities and potential commercial risks.
- Complete detailed quantity take-offs and develop accurate labour, equipment and material pricing.
- Collaborate closely with operations, project management and clients throughout the estimating and pre-construction process to ensure successful project handover.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and industry partners while identifying future business opportunities.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of estimating experience within construction, ideally involving structural steel, industrial or heavy civil projects.
- Proven ability to prepare competitive estimates for medium to large-scale construction projects.
- Strong commercial awareness with the ability to identify project risks and develop practical solutions.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
- Degree or diploma in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or a related discipline is considered an asset but is not essential.
What’s In It For You
- Competitive salary of $100,000–$140,000, depending on experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package, RRSP matching and generous paid vacation.
- Flexible hybrid working environment with a supportive and collaborative leadership team.
- Opportunity to influence major construction projects while contributing to the continued growth of an established business.
- Long-term career progression with increasing responsibility and leadership opportunities.
How to apply: If you are interested in finding out more, please submit your resume to pkehoe@burkerecruiting.com