Chandos

nuclear

SeniorEstimator

$150–200k Ottawa, Ontario, Canada; Toronto, Ontario, Canada FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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optimal for mid candidates.

The Brief

“Senior Estimator at Chandos. Skills: estimating, nuclear project estimating, industrial project estimating, bid development, pricing strategy, risk management. Full-cycle estimating for large-scale nuclear or industrial project. Subtrade engagement, pricing strategy, and bid development”

What You'll Achieve.

produce competitive, accurate bids; protect margin and win work; drive outcomes

Industry & Context.

nuclear
Problems you'll solve

close gaps; balance detail with judgment

Eligibility Requirements

Up to 1 day/month travel to Chalk River, Must be eligible to obtain Reliability clearance, Full and valid driver’s license for site visits and local coordination

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

10+ years of estimating experience in nuclear or heavy industrial construction, Proven experience on large-scale ($1B+) projects or equivalent complexity, experience from a general contractor environment, Demonstrable experience leading teams and driving for results, Advanced proficiency in Excel and estimating tools, Ability to lead estimating efforts and coordinate cross-functional input, Full and valid driver’s license for site visits and local coordination, Must be eligible to obtain Reliability clearance, able to complete background verification within project candidates with recent, readily verifiable residency and employment history will be prioritized

Nice to Have

Candidates with recent residency history that supports timely completion of background checks will be strongly preferred, Candidates with recent, readily verifiable residency and employment history will be prioritized

What You'll Do.

Full-cycle estimating for large-scale nuclear or industrial project

and commercial assumptions that protect margin and win work

Clear alignment between estimating

and project leadership

organized approach to delivering complete and accurate estimates

Prepare and lead full-cost estimates across conceptual to detailed phases

and equipment pricing with market awareness

and contingency to support sound commercial decisions

Lead subtrade solicitation

and client presentations

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Clear alignment between estimating, operations, and project leadership; coordinate cross-functional input

Communication Scope

Clear communication; thoughtful dialogue; client presentations

Process & Methodology

drive timelines, follow through relentlessly to close gaps, align stakeholders, produce competitive, accurate bids, drive progress without waiting, keep people aligned to deadlines

Full Job Description

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. Location: Ottawa (preferred) or Toronto Travel: Up to 1 day/month to Chalk River Security Clearance: Must be eligible to obtain Reliability clearance. Candidates with recent residency history that supports timely completion of background checks will be strongly preferred. Only applicants who meet all minimum qualifications will be considered. The Opportunity Chandos is seeking a Senior Estimator to lead estimating on a long-term nuclear project at Chalk River, supporting continued growth across Ontario. This role is suited to a highly proactive Senior Estimator who takes ownership, a multiplier who drives timelines, and follows through relentlessly to close gaps, align stakeholders, and produce competitive, accurate bids in a complex environment. Why This Role A critical role on a long-standing nuclear project , where success depends on ownership, follow-through, and the ability to drive outcomes in a complex delivery environment. What You’ll Own * Full-cycle estimating for large-scale nuclear or industrial project * Subtrade engagement, pricing strategy, and bid development * Risk, contingency, and commercial assumptions that protect margin and win work * Clear alignment

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