Senior Estimator

Company Description

We are Chandos

Inclusion, collaboration, innovation and courage.

These values speak to our desire to create places where all people belong, listening and learning from one another in a way that sparks ideas and leads to positive changes in our industry and community. They also demonstrate our commitment to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture. And, if they resonate with you too, we should talk!

We are 100 percent employee owned and proud to be the first and largest B Corp certified national technical builder in North America, meaning we put our values at the centre of everything we do. 

Continuous improvement is core to our success. Championing innovative and collaborative ways to build is just one example of that. Collaborative construction leads to more efficiency, cost savings, social value, and a much better working experience for everyone.

Every day, our teams are working to build places for people to live, work, learn, serve, and play. But above all, we’re building community. And, we’re looking for like-minded people to join us. Together, we can build a better world.

Job Description

As a Senior Estimator, you’ll play a key role in shaping our projects from the very beginning. You’ll be responsible for preparing accurate and timely full-cost estimates—covering scope, resources, equipment, and materials—to ensure competitive bids and strong project margins.

In this role, you’ll work on a variety of project types, including conceptual design-build, P3, lump sum, and construction management. Your expertise and attention to detail will directly impact our success: underestimating can create financial risk, while overestimating can cost us opportunities.

Qualifications

What You Bring

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in Construction, Engineering, or a related field
• 10+ years of experience with a general contractor in commercial construction estimating
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting specifications, blueprints, and as-builts
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills for developing accurate material and labour estimates, as well as interpreting job-cost reports
• Experience with cost-estimating software to prepare bids and quotes
• AutoCAD experience is considered an asset

Additional Information

Why Work With Us?

At Chandos, we believe our differences are our greatest strengths. We uncover talent, help it grow, and provide the tools people need to make a meaningful impact.

We’re also proud to be 100% employee owned. Every team member has the opportunity to become an owner, and with only one class of units, everyone is treated equally. We talk about being entrepreneurial-minded—and we mean it.

What We Offer:

• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive, employer-paid benefits (health, dental, vision, and employee assistance program)
• Enhanced mental health coverage
• RRSP matching program for long-term financial security
• Educational assistance to support career development
• Annual salary reviews and recognition programs
• Leadership conferences to connect and collaborate
• Regular company-wide engagement opportunities
• Health Spending Account (after one year of employment)