Estimator – Landscape Maintenance & Snow

Estimator – Landscape Maintenance & Snow Location: Ancaster, ON Join the CSL Group Family At CSL Group Ltd., we're more than a landscaping company. We're a family-owned business built on our SHARING values: Safety, Humility, Accountability, Respect, Integrity, Nurturing, and Growth. We believe in investing in our people, supporting their development, and creating careers that last. If you're looking for a company where your expertise makes a real impact and your contributions help shape the communities we serve, we'd love to hear from you. About the Role We're looking for an experienced Estimator with a proven track record preparing competitive bids for large commercial and municipal landscape maintenance and snow and ice management contracts. The ideal candidate is comfortable navigating public procurement platforms such as MERX, interpreting complex tender documents, developing accurate pricing, and coordinating successful bid submissions. You'll work closely with our Sales and Operations teams to develop winning bids while ensuring projects are priced accurately and profitably. What You'll Do Review tender documents, specifications, drawings, and contract requirements to determine project scope. Prepare detailed cost estimates for commercial landscape maintenance and snow and ice management contracts. Coordinate and prepare complete tender submissions for municipal, provincial, and government opportunities. Attend pre-bid meetings and site visits to assess project scope and identify potential risks. Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors while sourcing new qualified partners. Obtain and evaluate pricing from suppliers and subcontractors. Identify project risks and provide recommendations during bid reviews. Assist with tender closings and ensure submissions meet all deadlines and compliance requirements. Monitor pricing trends and maintain historical bid data to improve estimating accuracy. Communicate with clients and contract administrators to clarify tender requirements. Work closely with Sales Account Managers and Operations to develop accurate labour, equipment, material, and subcontractor pricing. Develop estimating metrics and production standards to improve future bids. Continuously improve estimating processes and tools. What We're Looking For 3-5 years of estimating experience in commercial landscaping, civil construction, property maintenance, or snow and ice management. Demonstrated experience preparing and submitting large public sector tenders through procurement platforms such as MERX, Biddingo, Bonfire, or similar electronic bidding systems. Strong understanding of municipal, provincial, and government procurement processes. Ability to interpret tender specifications, drawings, contracts, and bid documents. Experience developing accurate labour, equipment, material, subcontractor, and overhead pricing. Degree or diploma in Engineering, Construction Management, Landscape Technology, or a related field is considered an asset. Strong Microsoft Office skills, with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Experience with estimating software is considered an asset. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage multiple deadlines while maintaining exceptional attention to detail. Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate across departments. Why Join CSL? Competitive salary Annual performance bonus Company-paid extended health and dental benefits Vision care Life insurance Long-term disability coverage Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Deferred Profit Sharing Program (DPSP) Company-paid uniforms Safety boot allowance Employee appreciation events Career growth and advancement opportunities Supportive, family-oriented culture If you're an experienced estimator who enjoys building competitive bids, working with public sector clients, and contributing to a growing company, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help shape the landscapes and communities of tomorrow. Other companies may call this role: Landscape Estimator, Commercial Estimator, Property Maintenance Estimator, Municipal Estimator, Bid Coordinator, Proposal Coordinator, Tender Coordinator, Civil Estimator, Landscape Maintenance Estimator, Snow Estimator, Pre-Construction Estimator.

The Estimator will review tender documents and prepare detailed cost estimates for landscape maintenance and snow management contracts. They will coordinate tender submissions and work closely with Sales and Operations teams to ensure accurate and profitable pricing.

Candidates should have 3-5 years of estimating experience in relevant fields and a strong understanding of public sector procurement processes. A degree or diploma in a related field is considered an asset, along with strong Microsoft Office skills and experience with estimating software.

• Competitive Salary • Annual Performance Bonus • Company-Paid Extended Health and Dental Benefits • Vision Care • Life Insurance • Long-Term Disability Coverage • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Deferred Profit Sharing Program (DPSP) • Company-Paid Uniforms • Safety Boot Allowance • Employee Appreciation Events • Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities • Supportive, Family-Oriented Culture

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

• Estimating
• Landscape Maintenance
• Snow Management
• Public Procurement
• Tender Document Interpretation
• Cost Estimation
• Bid Submission
• Risk Assessment
• Supplier Relationship Management
• Pricing Evaluation
• Analytical Skills
• Organizational Skills
• Problem-Solving Skills
• Communication Skills
• Microsoft Excel
• Estimating Software

• Construction
• Engineering
• Sales
• Government & Public Sector
• Environmental & Sustainability

Formation minimale

Diplôme professionnel

Expérience minimale

5+ ans

Postuler avant le

11 janv. 2027

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Mid-Senior level

Mode de candidature

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