Senior Estimator
Vancouver, British Columbia
•Engineering & Technical
•Permanent
•01/13/2026
•283431
Our client is one of Canada’s most respected and established construction organizations, operating at a truly national scale with a strong North American presence. With decades of experience delivering complex, high-value projects, they are recognized as a leader across commercial, institutional, and large-scale infrastructure sectors.
This organization is known for its collaborative, people-first culture, long employee tenure, and commitment to professional development. They offer the stability of a top-tier builder combined with a progressive approach to innovation, sustainability, and employee ownership. Their projects consistently set benchmarks for quality, safety, and execution excellence.
About The Opportunity:
This is a rare opportunity for a seasoned Senior Estimator to join a premier construction firm working on some of the most significant projects in the region. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping project outcomes from the earliest stages, contributing strategic insight on cost planning, risk management, and value engineering.
The role offers long-term career growth within a company that actively promotes from within and invests heavily in leadership development. You’ll be empowered to influence major pursuits, collaborate with experienced construction leaders, and mentor the next generation of estimators. In addition to challenging, high-profile work, the position offers exceptional compensation, profit-sharing, and benefits that are among the best in the industry.
About The Position:
Reporting to the Chief Estimator, the Senior Estimator will be responsible for leading full-cycle estimating on large and complex projects. This role sits within a highly experienced preconstruction team and works closely with operations, project management, and executive leadership.
Key responsibilities include preparing detailed cost estimates from schematic design through tender, leading estimate reviews, evaluating subcontractor pricing, identifying risks and opportunities, and supporting pursuit strategies. The Senior Estimator will also provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior and intermediate estimators, helping to uphold best practices and consistency across the estimating function.
The Requirements:
Compensation:
At Aplin — together with our brands CompuStaff and Impact Recruitment — we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers.
This organization is known for its collaborative, people-first culture, long employee tenure, and commitment to professional development. They offer the stability of a top-tier builder combined with a progressive approach to innovation, sustainability, and employee ownership. Their projects consistently set benchmarks for quality, safety, and execution excellence.
About The Opportunity:
This is a rare opportunity for a seasoned Senior Estimator to join a premier construction firm working on some of the most significant projects in the region. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping project outcomes from the earliest stages, contributing strategic insight on cost planning, risk management, and value engineering.
The role offers long-term career growth within a company that actively promotes from within and invests heavily in leadership development. You’ll be empowered to influence major pursuits, collaborate with experienced construction leaders, and mentor the next generation of estimators. In addition to challenging, high-profile work, the position offers exceptional compensation, profit-sharing, and benefits that are among the best in the industry.
About The Position:
Reporting to the Chief Estimator, the Senior Estimator will be responsible for leading full-cycle estimating on large and complex projects. This role sits within a highly experienced preconstruction team and works closely with operations, project management, and executive leadership.
Key responsibilities include preparing detailed cost estimates from schematic design through tender, leading estimate reviews, evaluating subcontractor pricing, identifying risks and opportunities, and supporting pursuit strategies. The Senior Estimator will also provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior and intermediate estimators, helping to uphold best practices and consistency across the estimating function.
The Requirements:
- 8–10 years of experience as an Estimator with full-scope estimating responsibility
- Proven experience across a diverse range of projects, including ICI and residential high-rise, valued from under $50M to over $300M
- Strong leadership capability with the ability to mentor and develop a team of estimators
- Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills
- Experience working in a large, structured construction environment is considered a strong asset
Compensation:
- $120,000 – $160,000 base salary
- Employee shares program with annual dividends paid
- Annual discretionary bonuses
- 3–4 weeks of vacation
- Extremely competitive employee health and medical benefits
At Aplin — together with our brands CompuStaff and Impact Recruitment — we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers.
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