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Estimating Manager - Buildings
Graham
Leads estimating operations for building projects, coaching team and managing bids.
6d ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Office Full-Time
Company Size
7,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Project Financing & Alternative Delivery Models
Digital Construction & Delivery
Self‑Perform Capabilities
Maintenance & Turnarounds
Pre‑Construction & Early Contractor Involvement
Construction
Real Estate Development
Retrofits, Modernizations, Renovations & Improvements
Sector Specialisms
Agriculture & Forestry
Airports, Seaports & Export Facilities
Education
Energy & Power
Hospitals & Healthcare
Light Industrial
Maintenance & Turnaround
Mining & Minerals
Role
What you would be doing
productivity analytics
cost estimating
risk mitigation
market benchmarking
scope development
team coaching
- Review and confirm labour and equipment productivities are based on historically correct values through analytics and other sources
- Propose and approve project risk and cost mitigation as well as the potential for project opportunities and cost savings
- Provide input and influence in the fee discussion and risk quantification review
- Monitor the estimating work business plan and update / integrate with the operations overall business plan
- Review requirements, delegate work and assemble overall conceptual and budget costs using past project analytics, benchmarking, and historical data
- Advise and selecting and inviting to tender trade partners that are assessed to be financially viable with adequate manpower and appropriate level of expertise to complete the work
- Oversee project scope of work reviews to ensure completeness of estimates and that all technical specifications, subcontractor scopes, and general condition items have been quantified and costed
- Assess manpower planning and allocation throughout the estimate lifecycle, including operations personnel where required
- Instill and guide autonomy in the team to prioritize the work, set deliverables, and select the appropriate work execution methods
- Oversee all estimates, including detailed review of others’ work
- Encourage and track best practices within the estimating group towards continuous improvement of the estimating process
- Develop scopes of work for subcontractors to provide budgeting assistance on larger and more complicated projects
- Review and provide input to mitigate potential pressures on fee and lead discussions to properly assess and calculate fee
- Identify and develop constructability requirements for orders of magnitude and high-level budgeting
- Provide input to the business development process, assuring potential projects and clients are tracked and monitored regularly
- Oversee bid closings of mid to large projects led by more junior team members
- Engage in subcontractor post award scope clarification and negotiation
- Develop strategic planning skills, including workforce / succession planning and medium-term business planning
- Propose and approve potential bid strategies, constructability requirements, and advantages or innovations to increase bidding success
- Confirm subcontractor bids as selected are clear of irregularities and ensure the full scope of work is included
- Conduct market testing or benchmark costing to ensure estimates / budgets reflect current construction values
- Lead the estimating team on large or more complex projects pursuit
- Review and approve risk mitigation plan, ensuring proper bonding and insurance costing and appropriate contingencies
- Occasional travel to other branches to offer short-term support may be requested
- Manage the Kick-Off Meeting and weekly strategy meetings, and chair any formal meetings for large complex projects, ensuring the estimating process will meet the milestone dates established
- Provide coaching and mentorship to the estimating team throughout all aspects of the estimating process
- Build effective relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders (operations staff) that reflect and support Graham core values and Graham brand image
- Participate in or lead the bid close of larger sized or more complex projects
What you bring
degree
12+ years
estimating
graham
excel
primavera
- Ability to collaborate with operations, different business units, internal and external clients, and stakeholders
- Completion of a diploma or degree in a related post-secondary program
- Specific experience with estimating buildings construction projects
- 12+ years of a combination of field and estimating experience, with senior estimating experience of at least 5 years
- Proficiency in conceptual estimating, benchmarking, market testing, and knowledge of analytics related to project pursuits
- The majority of work is completed in the office with some mobility required locally for site walkthroughs, site condition reviews, and in-progress project visits
- Strong written, verbal, analytical, and organizational skills
- Full understanding of all subcontractor scopes of work with the ability to develop scopes of work and Requests for Proposal / Requests for Quotation
- Thorough understanding of most contract types
- Experience with different procurement methods and demonstrated successful experience in Level 3+ projects
- Ability to identify and assess risk and opportunities (win strategy)
- Proficiency in the use of Graham software suite, MS Excel, scheduling software (Primavera preferred), quantification software (such as OnScreen Takeoff, Bluebeam, Agtek), and BIM modelling is an asset
- This position is exempt from overtime compensation
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Overview
50 Years
Experience
Established with a long-standing commitment to excellence in construction services.
- From humble beginnings, the company has expanded its operations across the UK and internationally.
- Specializes in delivering complex, large-scale projects in sectors like energy, infrastructure, and residential.
- Has a proven track record of successfully completing projects in both the public and private sectors.
- Known for managing intricate projects with diverse technical requirements.
- Focus on quality and innovation in the construction industry.
100% Employee-owned
Ownership Structure
The company is fully owned by its employees, fostering a culture of shared ownership and responsibility.
- Commitment
- Integrity
- Reliability
- Strong ethics and compliance
- Safety-first mindset with Serious Injury & Fatality prevention
3% Reduction
Carbon Emissions
Achieved a 3% reduction in carbon emissions over the past year.
30M+ Hours
Worker Safety
Achieved over 30 million LTI-free hours from 2023 to 2025, demonstrating a commitment to workplace safety.
120,000 L
Fuel Efficiency
Reduced annual fuel consumption by integrating a hybrid fleet, contributing to lower emissions.
97% Diversion
Waste Management
Achieved 97% diversion of material from landfill at the Shoreline, WA project.
- Donated over 500 devices to schools to reduce e-waste (2022)
- Joined Vision 2045 initiative aligning with UN SDGs by 2045
- Fleet efficiency improvements and supplier partnerships to collect embodied carbon data
- Net-zero target validated by SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative)
- Baseline for net-zero: direct emissions by 2030 and full value-chain by 2040
1,800+ Trained
DEI Training Completion
Over 1,800 employees completed diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI)-related training.
$757M + $105M Spend
Supply Chain Diversity
Significant investments in medium enterprises and minority-owned businesses.
$200M Contractor Spend
Diverse Contractors
Close to $200 million spent with Indigenous, female, and LGBTQ2+ contractors.
$200M+ Spend
DEI Outcomes
Over $200 million supplier spend with underrepresented groups supports diversity initiatives.
- Participation in Women in Construction Week and Construction Inclusion Week
- Workforce includes strong representation from Indigenous and visible minority communities (2024)
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