Senior Estimator Job at Randstad (Burnaby)

Senior Estimator

Randstad

Location:
Canada , Burnaby

Category:
Construction

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

120000.00 - 155000.00 CAD / Year

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Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join our Vancouver team, specializing in collaborative, multi-stakeholder projects. This role is ideal for a professional with a passion for innovative delivery models, such as Integrative Project Delivery (IPD). You will be central to delivering cost certainty and exceptional value on landmark projects, guiding cost strategy from initial conception through to the start of construction. This position focuses on projects across the Industrial, Commercial, Institutional (ICI), residential, recreational, and healthcare (particularly long-term care) sectors.

Job Responsibility:

Prepare and coordinate comprehensive, full-cost estimates for all project phases, from conceptual design to final tender, with a strong focus on collaborative methodology
Lead interactive estimating workshops with multi-stakeholder teams to align project costs with program goals and ensure transparent decision-making
Develop and determine effective bid strategies required for successful project acquisition
Perform detailed material, labor, equipment, and subcontractor take-offs, while establishing and maintaining unit costs, labor rates, escalation, and contingency allowances
Provide expert constructability advice during the pre-construction phase, coordinating closely with operations teams on procurement, scheduling, and logistics
Solicit competitive bids, negotiate with subcontractors and suppliers, and conduct thorough value-engineering reviews
Build and maintain exceptionally strong professional relationships with subtrades, consultants, suppliers, and clients
Track estimated costs versus actuals, report on variances, and contribute to lessons learned for continuous improvement

Requirements:

A minimum of 5 years of experience in estimating and 4 years in construction management
Extensive experience in ICI, residential, recreational, and/or healthcare (long-term care experience is highly preferred)
Deep knowledge of the local Vancouver construction and sub-contractor marketplace
A degree or diploma in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field
CEC (Certified Estimator – Construction) designation from the CIQS
Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and cost-estimating software
Technically strong, with expertise in reading complex drawings/specifications and performing cost modeling
Exceptional organizational, prioritization, and communication skills
capable of presenting and defending complex cost data to influence decisions
A highly collaborative mindset, adept at consensus-building within diverse project teams

Nice to have:

Direct experience with IPD (Integrative Project Delivery) or other formal collaborative delivery models
PQS (Professional Quantity Surveyor) designation

What we offer:

Unique employee ownership model, giving you a direct financial stake in the company's success
Strong support from an experienced leadership team
Significant opportunities to grow your impact by working on high-profile, innovative construction projects

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 21, 2026

Expiration:
January 21, 2026

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