Senior Estimator – Nova Scotia

We are seeking top-tier talent to join our team deliver innovative projects in the healthcare, education, hospitality, recreational, entertainment, retail, commercial office, mixed-use, multi-family residential and light industrial sectors. As a member of this collaborative team, you can expect a safe, diverse and inclusive environment, and on-going learning and career development opportunities. About The Role Reporting to the Chief Estimator, you will support and lead a variety of project pursuits within our Nova Scotia operations. As an integral member of the team we are looking for someone with Lump Sum and Construction Management and Design Build contract experience, which in turn will prove beneficial when supporting project pursuits. As a Senior Estimator At Avondale, You Will Determine and create the project scope of work to allow for subcontractor assistance Set-up and complete estimates in company standard estimating program Prepare preliminary construction schedules based on subcontractor input Complete estimate quantification and draft costing of labor, equipment, and material Identify and develop constructability requirements for project construction Analyze design criteria and assist in recommending best options based on cost, engineering quality, and availability of materials Identify and propose project risk and cost mitigation as well as the potential for project opportunities and cost savings Analyze and propose potential strategies, advantages, or innovations for the project that could provide Avondale with a more competitive bid Analyze subcontractor bids for irregularities and ensure the full scope of work is included Participate in or lead the bid close with the oversight of a more senior estimator Assemble conceptual and budget costs using past project analytics, benchmarking, and historical data Lead a small team of support estimators and operational staff, assisting with the planning of their time and overseeing delegation and quality of work Build upon and maintain relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders that reflect and support Avondale core values Qualifications/ Experience Completion of a Construction related Degree or Diploma training program 5+ years of construction-related experience, including a combination of field and estimating experience, is an asset Proficiency in the use of MS Excel, On-screen Takeoff, MS Project, Bluebeam is an asset The company offers a very competitive salary, RRSP matching, Company paid Manulife Health benefits, a private office and a positive team environment. If this sounds like you, then Avondale, Halifax may be the right fit. Apply in confidence today. Apply

Lead and support project pursuits in Nova Scotia by creating scopes of work, completing detailed estimates, and analyzing design criteria. Manage a small team of support estimators while maintaining relationships with clients, consultants, and subcontractors.

Requires a construction-related degree or diploma and preferably over 5 years of combined field and estimating experience. Proficiency in industry software such as MS Project, Bluebeam, and On-screen Takeoff is an asset.

• RRSP Matching • Health Benefits • Private Office

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Lump Sum Contracting
• Construction Management
• Design Build
• Cost Estimation
• Project Scheduling
• Quantity Takeoff
• Constructability Analysis
• Risk Mitigation
• Bid Analysis
• Budgeting
• Team Leadership
• Stakeholder Management
• MS Excel
• On-screen Takeoff
• MS Project
• Bluebeam

• Construction
• Engineering
• Management & Leadership

Formation minimale

Diplôme professionnel

Expérience minimale

5+ ans

Postuler avant le

13 août 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Mid-Senior level