Job Description
At Trisan we are currently hiring an Estimator to join our expanding team. Step into a key role with a fast-growing construction company that truly values its people—their ideas, creativity, initiative, and commitment to excellence. As an Estimator with Trisan, you will drive the procurement and closing of project opportunities that fall within our respective disciplines of construction. You will be responsible for planning, coordinating and filling gaps in our master construction schedule. Additionally, you will support active construction projects by providing estimates on changes as they relate to extra work or changes in scope. The successful candidate will have the ability to effectively use workplace technology such as Bluebeam and MS Project for the review of construction drawings, specifications, quantity take-offs, and scheduling.
Responsibilities
- Strong knowledge of costing large civil infrastructure projects including earthworks, water, wastewater, etc.
- Mentor and develop Estimating Team in high-pressure situations
- Review drawings and tender documentation
- Compliance for closing bids
- Creating preliminary schedules, and budgets
- Communicate with clients, suppliers and subcontractors
- Review of tenders undertaken to ensure that bid submission is completed with a high degree of accuracy
- Represent Trisan Construction at Preliminary Site Meetings
- Analyze specifications and construction drawings
- Plan and implement construction schedules alongside assigned project personnel
- Effectively written and oral communication with clients and project representatives
- Creating technical proposals for submission to owners
- Oversee prequalification submissions
- Oversee RFQ and RFI
- Quote change orders as needed
Requirements
- Technical degree/diploma/certificate or equivalent in related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- At least 2 years + in Heavy Civil Estimating projects $1M and up
- C.E.T/C.Tech considered an asset
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
- Must have excellent organizational, administrative, communication and interpersonal skills
Why Work With Us
At Trisan Construction, you’ll join a company with strong roots and steady growth. Founded in 2001 in Schomberg, Ontario, we’ve grown from a small team of about 40 employees to a diverse workforce of over 200 skilled professionals. Our expansion into multiple divisions—concrete, road, sewer, lining, and vacuum truck—reflects our commitment to innovation, quality, and delivering essential infrastructure services.
We take pride in the work we do for both municipal and private sector clients, from road and parking lot construction to infrastructure upgrades, trenchless excavation, and winter maintenance. When you join Trisan, you become part of a collaborative, supportive team that values craftsmanship, reliability, and investing in our people. Here, you’ll have room to grow, contribute to meaningful projects, and build a career you can be proud of.
AI disclaimer: All applications will be reviewed by a human recruiter or hiring manager. We do not use artificial intelligence for screening or assessment in our hiring process."
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $60,000.00-$110,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- Do you have a college or university degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field? If Yes, what degree do you have?
- What was the typical contract value range of projects you personally estimated?
- How would you rate your proficiency in Microsoft Excel for estimating purposes (cost build-ups, formulas, bid forms)? Basic, Intermediate, Advanced
- Which estimating & take-off software have you used extensively? HeavyBid, B2W, Excel, Bluebeam, other
- How many years experience are specifically in civil infrastructure / heavy civil estimating (roads, earthworks, underground utilities, structures) in Canada?
Experience:
- Construction estimating: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person
