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Landscape Construction Estimator
@ Islington Nurseries LTD.
Etobicoke, Ontario
Overview
Islington Nurseries Ltd. is hiring a full-time Construction Estimator to prepare costs, takeoffs and bids for commercial landscape construction projects. The work covers site visits, subcontractor and supplier pricing, tender submissions and cost control through the project lifecycle. The posting asks for a relevant college or university program, at least 3 years of estimating experience, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare construction estimates and takeoffs from plans and specifications
- Gather subcontractor and supplier pricing and negotiate terms
- Conduct site visits to assess cost and timeline impacts
- Coordinate and submit tender documents
- Manage cost control to keep budgets on track
Requirements summary:
- Relevant college or university program
- Minimum 3 years construction estimating experience
- Ability to interpret landscape and technical drawings
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
- Strong negotiation and communication skills
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-07
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-04
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-04
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Finance & accounting |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Office, Outdoors, Construction site |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Education | College diploma (required) |
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Islington Nurseries LTD.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 3 |
Company Overview Islington Nurseries Ltd. is a reputable and established company with over 70 years of experience serving the GTA. We specialize in commercial landscape construction and landscape maintenance. Our retail divisions, including The Stone Yard and Garden Centre provide top-quality products and services to homeowners and professionals across the region. Job Overview We are seeking a dynamic Construction Estimator to join our team and drive successful project bids from initial concept through detailed cost analysis. This energetic role requires a proactive approach to estimating costs, preparing accurate bids, and collaborating closely with project teams to ensure profitability and efficiency. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for construction, this is your opportunity to contribute to exciting projects within a growing company. Responsibilities
- Prepare detailed construction estimates and takeoffs including all labour, materials and equipment by analyzing project plans, specifications, and site conditions
- Collaborate with project managers, subcontractors, and suppliers to gather pricing information and negotiate terms
- Assist in meetings with clients and partners
- Co-ordinate subcontractor submissions during the tendering process via phone in a professional and courteous manner
- Co-ordinate and conduct site visits to assess conditions that impact project costs and timelines
- Co-ordinate submission of tender documents
- Prepare shop drawings as required
- Manage cost control measures throughout the project lifecycle to ensure budgets are maintained
- Review contracts, scope of work, and project schedules to align estimates with client expectations
- Assist in the development of bid proposals that clearly outline scope, costs, and timelines
- Completion of relevant college or university program
- Minimum of 3 years relevant experience
- Proven experience in construction estimating within commercial and/or civil sectors
- Strong knowledge of construction management processes, contracts, and project management principles
- Familiar with bidding process and self-motivated
- Able to interpret landscape drawings
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Must be detail oriented
- Able to handle multiple tenders and meet deadlines
- Excellent negotiation skills for working with subcontractors and suppliers
- Solid understanding of construction site operations, cost control, and pricing strategies
- Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and contract documents
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