SeniorEstimator

We are Chandos. We exist to build a better world. Our vision is to emerge as Canada’s premier technical builder, distinguished by our relentless pursuit of innovation , collaboration , and sustainability in all that we do. We are 100 per cent employee-owned , and our success is driven by our employee owners. We prioritize people, purpose, and performance in all that we do. When the company thrives, you benefit directly. When everyone is invested - literally - it builds a community of accountability, pride and mutual support. We look for team members who are gritty , accountable , and driven - with a mindset rooted in initiative and purpose , you think like an entrepreneur and build strong, trusting relationships through clear communication and thoughtful dialogue, even in challenging conversations. We are seeking an Senior Estimator with a passion for collaborative delivery models to join our team. You’ll be at the heart of collaborative, multi‑stakeholder projects, delivering cost certainty and value from project conception through to construction start on site. You’ll join a company that’s pioneering the collaborative superstar: Integrative Project Delivery (IPD) in Canada, with projects that truly move the needle on collaboration and innovation in construction. Project sectors: ICI (Industrial, Commercial, Institutional), residential, recreation centres, and healthcare or ideally long‑term care. * Effectively determine the bid strategies required for Chandos to be successful * Prepare and coordinate full‑cost estimates for all project phases, concept to tender, with a focus on collaborative methodology * Lead estimating workshops to align costs with project goals and foster transparent decision‑making * Perform detailed material, labour, equipment, and subcontractor take‑offs * Establish and maintain unit costs, labour rates, escalation, and contingency allowances * Solicit competitive bids, negotiate with subcontractors/suppliers, and conduct value‑engineering r