Estimating Manager - Canada

Interviews taking place in December.

Why Canada?

No.5 - Ranked as the 5th best country in the world for 'Quality of Life'.
8.5% - Expected year on year growth in construction. High demand for construction professionals.
Universal healthcare - Unlike the USA.
Good education - 92% of adults complete secondary education.

The end product is that Canada can offer you a security of work rarely available in the UK/elsewhere, coupled with the opportunity for genuine career progression & a highly rated lifestyle.

One of the top 10 construction contractors in Canada, working on building projects of c£30m to £200m, are looking to recruit 'Senior Superintendents' (read site/project based 'Project Managers' for their business in Toronto, Vancouver and Calgary.

They have been around for over 100 years and are regarded as one of the top employers in Canada, having been recognised by top awards/business press.

From a relocation perspective, the good news is that they have been recruiting from the UK for 15-20+ years, so they are experienced in handling the visa/work permit process and in making the transition as smooth as possible for you/any family.

They will also provide a financial support package to assist with any relocation.

The Role

The Estimating Manager is responsible for managing the procurement process for all assigned projects from the concept to lump sum tender, including participation in the contract letting and planning stage. Reporting to the Chief Estimator, this role is responsible for management of assigned estimating staff, subcontractor/supplier relations and continual development of estimating procedures and processes to achieve the Company business plan. This position requires a highly experienced, dynamic leader with sound knowledge of fundamental estimating, excellent vendor and client relationship ability and business development.

As the Estimating Manager, you'll need experience leading the bids/tenders on a range of commercial, public sector, healthcare, or industrial building projects, valued at a minimum of £50m+.

The way that projects in Canada are structured is a little different to what you'll have experienced in Scotland/the UK, but we've been recruiting in Canada for over 15 years and can walk you through this in detail, providing detailed job descriptions etc.

Apply/get in touch to learn more and we'll be in contact.

Legal Information:
We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work.

For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.