Posted 5 months ago
Senior Estimator
@ R W Tomlinson
Ottawa, Ontario
Overview
R W Tomlinson is hiring a Senior Estimator to prepare competitive infrastructure tenders, manage the costing and digital take-offs, and mentor junior estimators. The role is based in Ottawa, ON, with a salary range of $110,000 to $160,000 and benefits including health and dental coverage, bonuses and retirement benefits. Occasional weekend or evening work may be required.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare cost estimates and digital take-offs for tenders
- Communicate with engineers, subcontractors and clients
- Issue job transmittals and subcontracts
- Support contracts with change orders and billing approvals
- Analyze job costs and production rates for future bids
Requirements summary:
- Certified Engineering Technologist designation or equivalent experience
- 15+ years infrastructure field and estimating experience
- Experience leading or mentoring junior staff
- Proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook and estimating software
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-05-26
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-14
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-14
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Business operations |
| Experience | 15+ years |
| Schedule | evening, weekends |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Certified Engineering Technologist |
| Education | Trade certificate (preferred) |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan, Tuition support, Performance bonus, Employee discount, Paid training |
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R W Tomlinson
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Founded on strength. Guided by vision.
Full company description
Starting with a single-axle dump truck in 1952, R.W. Tomlinson Limited has transformed to become a multidisciplinary company with numerous divisions including construction, aggregate, asphalt, concrete, environmental services and more. Providing a comprehensive range of products and services is how we deliver value for our customers. Our commitment to quality can be seen in our approach to our work, as well as the durability of our end product. Our size gives us the experience, expertise and financial strength to undertake any project. Being privately owned and operated gives us the flexibility to respond quickly to our clients’ changing needs while maintaining long-term business relationships. When you work with our team, you can be assured that you are getting the best people for the job. Our knowledgeable, professional & committed employees have an unwavering work ethic, unparalleled customer service and uncompromising approach to safety and the environment. With more than 50 years of experience, we have gained a reputation for dependability, quality and great service. By focusing on creativity and innovation, Tomlinson finds solutions where others see barriers. Some of our capabilities include: • Complete management and construction of large civil, municipal & commercial infrastructure projects • Complete site development from excavation to asphalt with LEED certified material management • Solutions for infrastructure construction and rehabilitation, storm, sanitary water servicing, sewer and watermain installation, road and bridge construction, environmental servicing, waste management, remediation and demolition, etc. For more information and a full list of capabilities and products offered, please visit our website: http://www.tomlinsongroup.com/
- LinkedIn followers
- 17,549
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 550
- Reported office locations
- 100 Citigate Drive, Ottawa, Ontario K2J 6K7, CA
- Business categories
- Construction
- Service Industry
- Environmental Consulting
- Other recorded names
- R W Tomlinson
- Tomlinson Group of Companies
- Specialties
- Aggregates
- Asphalt
- Construction
- Demolition
- Environmental Services
- Ready-Mix Concrete
- Sewer & Watermain
- Northern Mining
- Aviation Services
- and Data Shredding & Records Management
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
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Starting with a single-axle dump truck in 1952, R.W. Tomlinson Limited has transformed to become a multidisciplinary company with numerous divisions including construction, aggregate, asphalt, concrete, environmental services and more. Providing a comprehensive range of products and services is how we deliver value for our customers. Our commitment to quality can be seen in our approach to our work, as well as the…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Construction |
| Company size | 501-1,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Ottawa, Ontario |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1952 |
| Specialties | AggregatesAsphaltConstructionDemolitionEnvironmental ServicesReady-Mix ConcreteSewer & WatermainNorthern MiningAviation Servicesand Data Shredding & Records Management |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 40 |
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Senior Estimator
R.W Tomlinson is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Estimator to join our team. In this leadership‑focused role, you will apply your deep infrastructure and estimating expertise to prepare competitive tenders, support project execution, and contribute to continuous improvement across our estimating processes. You will work closely with construction, project administration, accounting, and senior leadership to ensure accurate costing, effective communication, and strong client and subcontractor relationships. This position is ideal for a seasoned professional who brings technical excellence, strong analytical abilities, and a collaborative, mentorship‑driven approach to supporting both project success and the development of junior staff.
Location: 100 Citigate Drive, Ottawa, ON
Vacancy Type: Replacement
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Prepares Cost Estimates for Tenders
Obtains tender documents.
Attends job showings.
Reviews site conditions
Performs pre-qualification tasks as required.
Obtains bonding, insurance etc. for tender submissions.
Reviews and comprehends tender specifications and communicates with the tender consultant any questions or concerns.
Communicates with sub-contractors to obtain pricing.
Performs quantity calculations for all tender items.
Performs 2‑dimensional digital take‑offs using Planswift and/or Bluebeam, as well as 3‑dimensional take‑offs using InSite or Trimble Business Center.
Reviews and interprets contract documents with a strong ability to identify, assess, and mitigate project risks.
Pricing of items and jobs to be performed in a computerized estimation program.
Fills out pre-tender forms for tender tracking, fill out tender documents, delivery of tender documents, follow-up and provide tender results.
Reviews tender submissions with the appropriate manager.
Liaises with Customers, Sub-contractors and Consulting Engineers to Build Personal Relationships and Promotes the Positive Qualities and Benefits of RWT
Attends industry related functions to build relationships and networks.
Communicates with engineers through budget pricing etc. to build a relationship and to establish a positive, inviting culture.
Monitors job posting sites, newspapers, engineering firms etc. for tendering opportunities.
Internally Communicates to Construction, Project Administration and Accounting Contract Specification and Costing Details
Issues job transmittals to construction, contract administration and accounting.
Issues sub-contracts.
Meets with job superintendent to provide and communicate relevant job information.
Provides Project Management Support for Contracts
Negotiates additional work prices for on-going contracts.
Approves sub-contract payments.
Approves contract billings.
Provides scope of work clarification to construction.
Attends job meetings as required.
Issues and circulates job change orders.
Reviews Job Costs from Previous and On-going Jobs to Provide Production Rate Analysis for Construction And Future Bids
Reviews on-going and completed contracts to look for un-invoiced work.
Reviews actual production rates to establish a data base.
Reviews actual job costs and production rates to more accurately estimate future bids.
Monitors and updates computerized estimation database to reflect current costs and contract information.
Work Towards Achieving More Advanced Training
Attends training sessions to continue personal development.
Identifies training opportunities and communicate to your manager.
Works with senior staff to develop skills.
Works with estimation to share and enhance individual knowledge and skills.
REQUIREMENTS:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Certified Engineering Technologist designation or equivalent experience is required.
15+ years Infrastructure field experience and estimation
Experience leading or mentoring junior staff
Ability to provide constructive feedback to peers
A high proficiency in:
Microsoft Word
Excel
Outlook
Estimation software systems
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Standard office environment. May be required to work occasional weekends or evenings.
COMPENSATION INFORMATION:
The expected salary range for this position is $110,000-$160,000. Placement within the range is dependent on a variety of factors including qualifications and experience.
TOMLINSON OFFERS:
- Competitive wages
- Bonus programs
- Employer paid health and dental benefits
- Extensive training programs and tuition reimbursement
- Retirement benefits program
- Family-oriented team environment
- Employee discounts and other rewards programs
The Tomlinson Group of Companies encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Please contact Human Resources if you need accommodation at any stage of the application process or want more information on our accommodation policies. We are committed to leveraging the latest technology to enhance our recruitment process. We may use AI tools in the screening and selection of candidates to efficiently and fairly assess all applicants. A Recruiter will review all results generated by AI. If you have any questions, please contact our HR department.
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