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Estimating Manager / Chief Estimator - Toronto, Canada
Estimating Manager / Chief Estimator - are you a Senior Estimator looking to take your career overseas?
We are partnering with one of North America's major construction contractors to appoint an Estimating Manager / Chief Estimator to be based in Toronto.
Why Apply:
This is an exciting opportunity for an Estimating Manager / Chief Estimator to join one of Canada's longest standing building contractors; with a turnover of $4bn, our client has been providing construction services to an impressive list of public and private sector clients since the 1920's.
You will join a successful team delivering commercial, healthcare, education, industrial, manufacturing, distribution, infrastructure, life sciences, sports and leisure projects ranging from $50m - $100m+.
The Estimating Manager / Chief Estimator is a 'key position' and is responsible for overseeing the estimating operations within a large business unit.
Toronto is listed as one of the 'World's Best Cities to Live' pretty much every year - it's a clean, safe, family-friendly city filled with natural landscapes and vibrant construction market.
Our client will also offer a relocation package ranging between $15K - $25K (tax-free) depending on the amount of people relocating.
Key Benefits:
- Toronto listed as one of the 'World's Best Cities to Live' annually
- Excellent opportunities for progression and work life / balance
- Opportunity to relocate with a leading Tier 1 contractor
- Full pipeline of work for 2025 / 2026 / 2027
Requirements:
- Experience working as Lead Estimator / Estimating Manager / Chief Estimator
- Experience leading the estimating process, mentoring and managing
- Experience working for Tier 1 or Tier 2 contractor
- Willing and able to relocate to Canada
Responsibilities & Duties:
- Propose and approve bid strategies and innovations to increase bidding success
- Confirm subcontractor bids as selected are clear of irregularities
- Provide coaching and mentorship to the estimating team
- Propose and approve project risk and cost mitigation
The Package:
- Basic salary of $200K - $220K (112K - 124K GBP)
- Profit Related Company Bonus (Up to 20%)
- Tax free relocation package ($15K - $25K)
- Great company pension scheme
To qualify for the higher rate of pay you must be able to demonstrate a track record working as Lead Estimator / Estimating Manager / Chief Estimator for a Tier 1 or Tier 2 contactor.
For any further information on this Estimating Manager / Chief Estimator vacancy please apply with your CV attached or contact Mark Dalgleish at Saxton Recruitment on (phone number removed).
Key Roles - Estimating Manager / Chief Estimator
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