We are currently seeking an Estimator to join our client's Estimating team. The successful candidate will contribute to increasing the team’s sales volume by coordinating administrative tasks during tenders, organizing newly awarded projects, and submitting necessary documentation to customers. This role will also support market expansion by researching tenders and identifying all potential bidders for each project. Additionally, the Estimator will help drive internal efficiencies by managing estimating and sales-related administrative functions and keeping tracking sheets, tender websites, and the bidding calendar up to date.
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Location - Kanata (Ottawa) or Richmond Hill
Advantages
Hands-on learning environment
Supportive team culture
Opportunities for growth
Client-focused operations
Responsibilities
• Inform Director of Business Development and Territory Manager of selected tenders
• Create and maintain electronic project / tender files and bid list daily
• Download/Purchase Bid Package/Bid Documents/Front End Documents
• Read, interpret, and understand tender specifications to identify important project
requirements as well as special products, e.g., Stainless Steel rebar, epoxy coated rebar,
galvanized rebar, GFRP rebar, stud rails, Welded Wire Mesh, smooth dowels, QVE, welding,
bid bond, secret clearance, etc.
• Coordinate with the estimating department to ensure that a proposal number and an
estimator are assigned, that the master sheet is updated, and that the team is made aware of
closing dates, changes, agenda, etc.
• Input and continuous update of projects and client’s / bidder’s information on the bidding
calendar and the master sheet, tender monitoring, continuous communication with the
salesperson and estimating department
• Generate project pricing sheet for custom-tailored quotes, assist sales team preparing bid
documents and bid packages
• Prepare and solicit prices from special product’s suppliers, follow up with suppliers, receive
quotations and save in project / tender files
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
• Support salesperson and estimating team by requesting tender extensions, as required, as
well as further information needed to estimate and properly price the job, such as the
construction schedule
• Assist in the preparation of project estimates, and budgets as needed
• Assist with project specific and general prequalification questionnaires, as required
• Coordinate bid bonds, as required
• Price small jobs in consultation with the salesperson, as needed
• Assist with handover of successful bid from estimating team to execution team. Initiate
upcoming project work
• Notify suppliers of project changes, and initiate supplier’s PO’s when contract is awarded in
coordination with the sales team
• Respond to all inquiries from clients and suppliers
• Provide other administrative duties as required, as well as other duties and responsibilities as
needed from time to time
Qualifications
• Civil engineer background with experience in the construction industry (2-5 years experience)
• Experience Estimating Rebar (2-3 years)
• Fluent in both English and French
• Project Coordination experience an asset
• Superior communication skills, both written and oral, positive attitude, and creative mindset
• Fluent in English with the ability to read, write and speak at an exceptional level
• Sound computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Outlook, Excel)
• Proven ability to work independently and in a cooperative team environment
• Initiative and flexibility with time and job duties
• Ability to work well under pressure, with a focus on deadlines, requiring minimal supervision.
• Organized, strong work ethic and interpersonal skills, good attention to detail
Summary
To apply for this position, please apply online or email your resume to leslie.walker@randstad.ca with the subject line “Bilingual Estimator Application”.
Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.
Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.
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We are currently seeking an Estimator to join our client's Estimating team. The successful candidate will contribute to increasing the team’s sales volume by coordinating administrative tasks during tenders, organizing newly awarded projects, and submitting necessary documentation to customers. This role will also support market expansion by researching tenders and identifying all potential bidders for each project. Additionally, the Estimator will help drive internal efficiencies by managing estimating and sales-related administrative functions and keeping tracking sheets, tender websites, and the bidding calendar up to date.
Location - Kanata (Ottawa) or Richmond Hill
Advantages
Hands-on learning environment
Supportive team culture
Opportunities for growth
Client-focused operations
Responsibilities
• Inform Director of Business Development and Territory Manager of selected tenders
• Create and maintain electronic project / tender files and bid list daily
• Download/Purchase Bid Package/Bid Documents/Front End Documents
• Read, interpret, and understand tender specifications to identify important project
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requirements as well as special products, e.g., Stainless Steel rebar, epoxy coated rebar,
galvanized rebar, GFRP rebar, stud rails, Welded Wire Mesh, smooth dowels, QVE, welding,
bid bond, secret clearance, etc.
• Coordinate with the estimating department to ensure that a proposal number and an
estimator are assigned, that the master sheet is updated, and that the team is made aware of
closing dates, changes, agenda, etc.
• Input and continuous update of projects and client’s / bidder’s information on the bidding
calendar and the master sheet, tender monitoring, continuous communication with the
salesperson and estimating department
• Generate project pricing sheet for custom-tailored quotes, assist sales team preparing bid
documents and bid packages
• Prepare and solicit prices from special product’s suppliers, follow up with suppliers, receive
quotations and save in project / tender files
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
• Support salesperson and estimating team by requesting tender extensions, as required, as
well as further information needed to estimate and properly price the job, such as the
construction schedule
• Assist in the preparation of project estimates, and budgets as needed
• Assist with project specific and general prequalification questionnaires, as required
• Coordinate bid bonds, as required
• Price small jobs in consultation with the salesperson, as needed
• Assist with handover of successful bid from estimating team to execution team. Initiate
upcoming project work
• Notify suppliers of project changes, and initiate supplier’s PO’s when contract is awarded in
coordination with the sales team
• Respond to all inquiries from clients and suppliers
• Provide other administrative duties as required, as well as other duties and responsibilities as
needed from time to time
Qualifications
• Civil engineer background with experience in the construction industry (2-5 years experience)
• Experience Estimating Rebar (2-3 years)
• Fluent in both English and French
• Project Coordination experience an asset
• Superior communication skills, both written and oral, positive attitude, and creative mindset
• Fluent in English with the ability to read, write and speak at an exceptional level
• Sound computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Outlook, Excel)
• Proven ability to work independently and in a cooperative team environment
• Initiative and flexibility with time and job duties
• Ability to work well under pressure, with a focus on deadlines, requiring minimal supervision.
• Organized, strong work ethic and interpersonal skills, good attention to detail
Summary
To apply for this position, please apply online or email your resume to leslie.walker@randstad.ca with the subject line “Bilingual Estimator Application”.
Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.
Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.
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