Landscape Construction Estimator – Civil & Municipal

Résumé du poste

The estimator will review tender documents and drawings to perform detailed quantity take-offs and build accurate cost estimates for labour, materials, and equipment. They will also prepare competitive bids and coordinate with operations teams to ensure realistic construction methods and project startup planning.

Détails du poste

Landscape Construction Estimator – Civil & Municipal Location: Greater Hamilton Region Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent Salary: $90,000–$110,000 per year, based on experience Build Parks. Build Public Spaces. Build What’s Next. At CSL Group, we build more than landscapes. We build parks, pathways, streetscapes, pedestrian bridges, public spaces, and large-scale outdoor construction projects across Ontario. We are looking for an experienced Landscape Construction Estimator – Civil & Municipal to join our team. This is an estimating-first role. We are looking for someone with at least 5 years of estimating experience who understands how outdoor construction projects are built and can confidently take a project from tender documents and drawings through detailed take-offs, pricing, and bid submission. The ideal candidate will have experience estimating landscape construction, civil site work, municipal projects, site development, parks, pathways, or similar outdoor construction projects. Experience with project coordination or project management is an asset, but strong estimating experience is essential. What You’ll Be Estimating Our projects combine landscape construction, civil site work, structures, site development, and public infrastructure. Projects may include: Parks and recreation facilities Trails and pathway systems Streetscapes and public spaces Pedestrian bridges and structures Site development and civil works Grading and drainage Concrete, curbs, sidewalks, and hardscape Retaining walls and site structures Municipal landscape construction Large-scale landscape construction and public realm projects What You’ll Be Doing Review drawings, specifications, tender documents, and contract requirements Complete detailed quantity take-offs Build accurate estimates for labour, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and other project costs Prepare competitive bids and tender submissions Use construction drawings, specifications, schedules, and site requirements to develop accurate pricing Obtain and coordinate pricing from suppliers and subcontractors Identify scope gaps, exclusions, risks, and opportunities Review project requirements for constructability and potential value engineering opportunities Work with operations and project management to ensure estimates reflect realistic construction methods Assist with pre-construction planning and project startup Provide a clear handoff from estimating to the project team Support the project team with estimating and scope questions following project award Maintain strong relationships with suppliers and subcontractors Help improve estimating processes and best practices What We’re Looking For The most important requirement is proven estimating experience in landscape, civil, municipal, or other outdoor construction projects. We are looking for someone who understands how outdoor construction projects are built and can look at a set of drawings and specifications and determine what needs to be built, how it will be built, and what it will cost. 5+ years of estimating experience in landscape construction, civil site work, municipal construction, parks, pathways, site development, or similar outdoor construction Proven experience preparing competitive bids and tenders Strong ability to complete detailed quantity take-offs Strong understanding of labour, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and construction methods Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and tender documents Experience working with public-sector or municipal tenders is an asset Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines Comfortable working with suppliers, subcontractors, operations teams, project managers, and leadership Diploma or degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Landscape Design, or a related fieldt (Equivalent industry experience will also be considered) Software Experience Strong experience with the following is important: PlanSwift Bluebeam Microsoft Excel Experience with HeavyBid or other estimating software is an asset, but strong experience with PlanSwift and Bluebeam is more important for this role. The Right Fit for CSL You may have developed your estimating experience in landscape construction, civil construction, site development, municipal construction, parks, pathways, or other outdoor construction. We are looking for someone who understands the practical side of construction and can take a project from plans and specifications to a complete, accurate estimate. This role is focused on outdoor construction projects. Candidates whose experience is primarily commercial buildings, residential construction, or interior construction will not be the focus for this position. Experience with project coordination or project management is an asset, but it does not replace estimating experience. Why Join CSL Group? At CSL, our work is guided by our SHARING Values: Safety • Humility • Accountability • Respect • Integrity • Nurturing • Growth These values shape how we work with our employees, clients, subcontractors, and the communities we work in. You'll work closely with our construction and operations teams and have the opportunity to contribute from the estimating stage through project startup and execution. What We Offer $90,000–$110,000 per year, based on experience Full health and dental benefits Paid company-wide Christmas shutdown, in addition to vacation Long-term career growth opportunities Supportive and collaborative leadership team Casual dress environment On-site parking RDSP and profit sharing Team events and company activities Schedule Monday to Friday Full-time In-person Ready to Build What’s Next? If you're an experienced estimator with a background in landscape construction, civil site work, municipal projects, or similar outdoor construction, we'd love to hear from you. If you know how to read the plans, build the take-off, price the work, and understand what it will take to actually build the project, this could be the right opportunity for you. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We thank all applicants for their interest in CSL Group.

Ce que vous ferez

The estimator will review tender documents and drawings to perform detailed quantity take-offs and build accurate cost estimates for labour, materials, and equipment. They will also prepare competitive bids and coordinate with operations teams to ensure realistic construction methods and project startup planning.

Exigences

Candidates must have at least 5 years of experience in estimating for landscape, civil, or municipal construction projects. Proficiency in software such as PlanSwift, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Excel is required, along with the ability to interpret complex construction drawings and specifications.

Avantages

• Health insurance • Dental benefits • Paid Christmas shutdown • Profit sharing • RDSP • On-site parking

Compétences indiquées

• Project Coordination · Souhaitée
• Microsoft Excel · Souhaitée

Autres compétences pertinentes

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

• Estimating
• Quantity take-offs
• Tender submission
• Construction drawings
• Bluebeam
• PlanSwift
• Microsoft Excel
• Project coordination
• Civil site work
• Municipal construction
• Landscape construction
• Value engineering
• Bid preparation
• Site development
• Cost estimation
• Residential Construction
• Accountability
• PlanSwift (Takeoff Software)
• Quantity Take-Offs
• Planning
• Construction Estimating
• Architectural Drawing
• Construction
• Civil Engineering
• Constructability
• Construction Management
• Leadership
• Landscaping
• Landscape Design
• Project Management
• Operations
• Project Coordination
• Retaining Wall
• Subcontracting
• Value Engineering
• Grading (Landscape)
• Detail Oriented

Domaines d’emploi

• Construction
• Engineering
• Management & Leadership
• Landscape Estimator
• Estimator
• Valuers and Loss Assessors
• Cost Estimators