Position Overview
Right Traffic is one of North America’s fastest-growing traffic control companies and a proud Canadian success story. Through a combination of operational excellence, innovation, and strategic growth, we provide traffic control and infrastructure support services to some of the continent’s largest utility, transportation, and infrastructure clients.
We are seeking a results-driven and detail-oriented Estimator to join our growing team. In this role, you will be instrumental in analyzing bid opportunities, developing strategic pricing and proposal approaches, and ensuring all cost estimates are accurate, complete, and submitted on time.
This position requires a strong blend of technical proficiency, strategic thinking, and interpersonal communication. You will collaborate across departments, maintain current cost data, and provide valuable insight into the most cost-effective construction methods. Your efforts will directly contribute to our continued expansion and help position the company competitively across North America.
Relocation assistance to Halifax is available for the right candidate. Exceptional candidates with significant relevant experience may also be considered for remote work arrangements.
Compensation: CAD $100,000–$150,000 annually, commensurate with experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Review and analyze tender and bid documents to identify qualified and strategic opportunities.
- Develop winning strategies for bids and proposals that highlight our competitive advantages.
- Prepare accurate and complete cost estimates, ensuring timely submission in accordance with bid schedules.
- Review all estimates and revisions for completeness, accuracy, and alignment with project scope.
- Collaborate closely with operational leadership and other key stakeholders to ensure cohesive project planning and execution.
- Maintain and document the flow of project information between internal and external stakeholders.
- Prepare conceptual budgets based on design concepts and client-provided information.
- Evaluate alternative methods, materials, and delivery approaches to identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with internal departments and external clients.
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive cost database, including labour and equipment rates, production rates, and installation methodologies.
- Continuously refine estimating processes, procedures, and guidelines for consistency and accuracy.
- Generate clear, detailed reports and documentation to support estimating and business development efforts.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in budget preparation and department-level financial planning.
- Demonstrated expertise in infrastructure, transportation, utility, or civil construction estimating.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and at least one professional estimating software platform.
- Ability to interpret civil construction, infrastructure, and traffic control plans and specifications.
- Design-Build project experience is considered an asset.
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and within a collaborative team environment.
- Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to identify and resolve discrepancies in project documentation and plans.
Preferred Experience
- Minimum three years of estimating experience in traffic control, infrastructure, civil construction, transportation, utilities, or related industries.
- Experience preparing estimates and bids for government agencies, public infrastructure projects, utilities, or large private-sector projects is strongly preferred.
Benefits
- Extended health, dental, and vision coverage
- RRSP program
- Fitness reimbursement
- Company vehicle and fuel card (where applicable)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Professional development opportunities
If you are a motivated professional who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and wants to help shape the future of a rapidly growing North American industry leader, we encourage you to apply.
Right Traffic is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to nationality, ethnicity, gender, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
Pay: $100,000.00-$150,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company car
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- Do you have experience working with government agencies, public infrastructure projects, utilities, or large private-sector projects?
Experience:
- Estimating in traffic control, construction, or related: 3 years (required)
- Preparing estimates/bids: 2 years (required)
- Budget preparation and department-level financial planning: 2 years (required)
- Microsoft Office and estimating software: 2 years (required)
Language:
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: On the road
