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Senior Estimator

@ Drake International

Winnipeg, Manitoba

Full-time10+ years experience
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Overview

Drake International is hiring a Senior Estimator in Winnipeg for commercial and institutional construction projects ranging from $5M to $200M+. The role leads estimating for Design-Build, CM and Lump Sum work and shapes bids and contract strategy. The posting states a $125k to $135k base salary, an annual performance bonus and full employer-paid medical and dental.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead estimating for Design Build, CM and Lump Sum projects
  • Align bids with real-world conditions to manage risk
  • Lead estimating workflow and costing process improvements
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to shape winning proposals
  • Contribute to sustainable, community-shaping projects

Requirements summary:

  • 10+ years in commercial estimating (Design-Build, CM, Lump Sum)
  • Experience with bids from $5 million to $200 million+
  • Skilled in Excel and other estimating software
  • Strong communicator and collaborator

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2026-11-04
First seen by our source
2026-11-10
Source record updated
2026-11-10

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Job details

SenioritySenior
DepartmentBusiness operations
Experience10+ years
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Work settingOffice
PositionMostly sitting
Physical demandsphysical low · computer high
LanguagesEnglish
Encouraged to applyPeople with disabilities
Perks mentionedGenerous paid time off, Performance bonus, Paid training

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Job description

Job Title: Senior Estimator (Commercial and Institutional Projects)

Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba

Salary: $125k to $135k annual base.

Perks & Benefits: Annual Performance Bonus, 100% Employer-paid medical & dental, ample vacation days, clear career growth pathway, employer paid training and industry conference engagement.

Why join our client?

Join one of Manitoba’s most respected commercial and institutional builders, known for delivering landmark projects ranging from $5M to $200M+. With more than 50 years of success, our client offers the stability, leadership support, and collaborative environment needed to do your best work. In this role, you will partner with subcontractors and industry stakeholders to develop innovative contract strategies for a diverse portfolio of projects, including affordable housing, airports, defense facilities, and community impacting developments. If you enjoy finding creative solutions, challenging conventional approaches, and working with a team that values collaboration, this could be the opportunity for you.

What You'll Do

  • Lead Estimating activities for Design Build, CM, and Lump Sum projects
  • Align bids with real-world conditions to manage risk and boost profitability.
  • Work with the senior leadership team and lead major process improvements to optimize estimating workflows, standardize specifications, costing systems, and refine contract negotiation strategies
  • Collaborate with teams and stakeholders to shape winning proposals
  • Contribute to sustainable, community-shaping projects.

What You Bring

  • 10+ years in commercial estimating (Design-Build, CM, Lump Sum)
  • Experience with bids from $5 million to $200 million+
  • Skilled in the use of Excel and other Estimating software.
  • Strong communicator and collaborator

To apply for this job, click on "Easy Apply" at the top of this ad, or send your resume to [email protected]. You can also call me directly for more information- 204 947 0079.

Since 1951, Drake International continues to be a global leader in flexible and permanent staffing: we help people find the right role at any stage of their career—in Canada, and around the world.

We work directly with employers to bring you the best opportunities, with no cost to you.

Drake International Inc. welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

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