Senior Estimator

Location: VI

Operating Sector: Major Projects East

What is the Opportunity?

The Senior Estimator will be responsible for the preparation and documentation of quantity take-offs and cost estimating for the execution of projects within Aecon’s Civil East sector. The role involves quantifying and applying productivity and unit rates to a comprehensive cost estimate for raw materials, equipment, subcontracted work, and labor required in the bid tendering process. Communication and collaboration with key internal stakeholders are essential for coordinating the estimate process. The position is based in St. Thomas/St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands.

What You’ll Do Here:

• Participate in design reviews for Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP), Civil, and Architectural subcontract packages with client key stakeholders.
• Create sketches, drawings, and specifications to meet client requirements and analyze blueprints and other documentation.
• Perform value engineering and take part in constructability reviews during the preconstruction cycle.
• Drive the production of detailed cost budgets for successfully bid projects.
• Collect and maintain a historical cost database from past construction projects to be used in estimating new work.
• Oversee projects that have been successfully bid and are under construction to learn the actual methods and costs of field operations.
• Execute accurate quantity take‑offs and unit pricing utilizing estimating software.
• Connect with vendors and suppliers to obtain pricing information.
• Solicit scope of work and quotations from subcontractors.
• Maintain material pricing information in the estimating database.
• Develop a mastery of construction means and methods and their impact on overall project cost.
• Participate in turnover meetings with Project Management on successful bids.
• Conduct site visits on more complex tenders, if required.
• Participate in tender closings, including review of documents, compiling proposal information, and attending closing meetings.
• Address addendums, change orders, and other related matters as assigned by management.

What You'll Bring to the Team:

• Diploma or degree within Engineering, Project Management, or an equivalent combination of education and training.
• 5‑8 years of experience within estimating on medium or large construction projects of medium to high complexity.
• Strong knowledge of construction industry technical matters, including procurement routes, value management, and value engineering.
• Working knowledge of MS Excel, Word, Project, Autodesk (AutoCAD), Bluebeam, P6, InEight (Hard Dollar), or similar estimating software.
• Strong knowledge of project controls, including costs, scheduling, and general construction requirements.
• Prior conceptual estimating experience or understanding.
• Expertise in reading and understanding construction drawings and documents.
• Thorough knowledge of contract language, terms and conditions, bonding, etc.
• Exceptional organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills – oral and written.
• Good knowledge of sub‑trades.
• RICS accredited/AACE or working towards it is valuable but not required.

Aecon's Commitment to Our People:

• Safety is our core value; we do not work if we cannot do it safely.
• Integrity—leading by example with humility and courage.
• Accountability—dedication to delivering on commitments.
• Support for mental, emotional, and physical well‑being.
• Opportunities for career development through Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
• Inclusive work environments, including Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, Women in Trades, and Diversity in Trades programs.
• Leadership in sustainable construction and minimizing environmental impact.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion, and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply, including women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

We are committed to adhering to the Accessible Canada Act (ACA) and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities. Appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.

As part of our commitment to fair and transparent hiring practices, Aecon may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in screening and reviewing candidates. All final decisions are made by qualified Aecon team members.