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Estimator

@ PMco Inc

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Dartmouth, Nova Scotia

On-siteFull-time2+ years experience
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Overview

PMco Inc is hiring an Estimator for its Dartmouth office to manage tenders from invitation to submission and handover. The role reviews drawings and specifications, builds accurate cost estimates, and coordinates subcontractor and supplier pricing. Full-time, with a competitive total compensation package, group health and dental coverage, and a GRSP employer matching program.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage tender process from invitation to submission
  • Review drawings and specifications for quantity takeoffs and cost estimates
  • Coordinate pricing from subcontractors, suppliers and vendors
  • Prepare tender forms, proposals and bid submissions
  • Conduct site visits and hand awarded projects to project management

Requirements summary:

  • Post-secondary education in construction management, engineering or architecture
  • 2+ years of commercial construction estimating experience
  • Ability to read construction drawings and specifications
  • Microsoft 365 proficiency; Bluebeam, PlanSwift or SmartBidNet an asset

Tools & skills

BluebeamPlanSwiftSmartBidNetMicrosoft 365

Benefits mentioned

Health insuranceDentalEmployee assistancePaid time off
Source and dates

Employer career site / ATS feed · bamboohr

Employer posting date
2026-10-25
First seen by our source
2026-10-26
Source record updated
2026-10-26

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentBusiness operations
Experience2+ years
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: none · ground: minimal
Work settingOffice, Client sites
PositionMostly sitting
Physical demandsphysical low · computer high
LanguagesEnglish
Encouraged to applyIndigenous peoples, People with disabilities, Women, 2SLGBTQ+
EducationBachelor’s degree (preferred)
Fields of studyConstruction Management, Engineering, Architecture
Perks mentionedTransit support, Free or discounted meals

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Job description

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team is growing here at PMco Inc! We are on the lookout for an Estimator to join our team based in our Dartmouth office. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys digging into the details, working collaboratively, and turning project information into clear, competitive, and well-supported bids. You’ll review drawings and specifications, coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers, and help position projects for success from the very beginning.

As a key member of the team, the Estimator will manage the tender process from initial invitation through submission and project handover, developing accurate cost estimates while supporting a strong and sustainable project pipeline.

How you’ll spend your day:

  • Manage the tender process from invitation through submission, ensuring deadlines and requirements are met.
  • Review drawings, specifications, addenda, and project documents to develop accurate quantity takeoffs and cost estimates.
  • Coordinate pricing and quotations from subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors.
  • Prepare tender forms, proposals, and bid submissions while maintaining organized project documentation.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, consultants, and industry partners.
  • Conduct site visits as required to better understand project scope and site conditions.
  • Monitor tender opportunities and support business development efforts by identifying promising projects.
  • Coordinate the handover of awarded projects to the project management team.
  • Maintain historical cost, unit pricing, and estimating databases to support future bids.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and support PMco's commitment to safety and operational excellence.

What will help you thrive:

  • Post-secondary education in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
  • 2+ years of estimating experience within commercial construction or a related industry.
  • Strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and technical documents.
  • Solid understanding of construction methods, materials, and estimating practices.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft 365; experience with Bluebeam, PlanSwift, SmartBidNet, or similar estimating software is considered an asset.
  • Exceptional attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
  • Alignment with PMco’s core values: Synergy, Commitment, and Thriving Culture

Why you’ll love it here:

  • The Team: Supportive, down-to-earth people who take pride in their work
  • The Work: The opportunity to shape projects from the earliest stages and contribute directly to winning work
  • The Environment: Collaborative, hands-on, and solutions-oriented
  • The Growth: Opportunities to strengthen your estimating expertise and make a meaningful impact across projects
  • Christmas on Us: We close over the holidays so you can spend time with the people who matter most — without dipping into your vacation bank
  • Summer hours
  • Free on-site parking
  • Complimentary coffee & snacks
  • Top-of-the-line tech and tools to help you do your best work
  • Memorable corporate gatherings and celebrations
  • Ongoing professional development opportunities

And, of course the essentials: A competitive total compensation package, group health & dental coverage, GRSP employer matched program, and access to our Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP).

If PMco sounds like your kind of workplace and this position aligns with your goals, we can’t wait to connect. Curious to learn more about life at PMco? Explore our story at https://pm-co.ca/about/ and submit your application through the Careers page.

PMco is committed to creating a workplace where diversity is celebrated and inclusion is the norm. We strive to reflect the communities in which we live and build in. We welcome applications from individuals who identify as Indigenous, racially visible, persons with disabilities, women in underrepresented roles, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify during the online application process to help us continue building a more equitable and representative team.

PMco will provide accommodation(s) to candidates with disabilities. Please let us know in your application if you require any accommodation during the recruitment process.

Check out our website on our website to get a peek into life at PMco!

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