Senior Civil Estimator

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Estimator to join our growing Earthworks team. In this role, you'll lead the estimating process from initial takeoffs through bid submission, helping secure profitable work while supporting successful project execution. Working closely with operations, project management, clients, and trade partners, you'll develop accurate estimates, manage project budgets, identify new opportunities, and help drive continuous improvement across the division. If you enjoy combining technical expertise, relationship building, and strategic thinking in a collaborative environment, we'd love to hear from you.

What you'll do

ESTIMATING:

• Lead the estimating process including takeoffs, pricing, vendor coordination, and bid submissions
• Manage and track quote performance, including conversion rates, profitability, and award analysis
• Identify and pursue new project opportunities through tenders, client relationships, and market awareness
• Collaborate with leadership to determine project selection, pricing strategies, and vendor partnerships
• Working with the Earthworks Divisional Manager to establish and maintain pricing matrix for estimating sheets 
• Receive and review invitations to tender, review posting boards (i.e.: VRCA, BCBid, etc.), maintain client contacts, visit sites of interest 

OPERATIONS AND LEADERSHIP:

• Maintain accurate project documentation, reporting, and tracking systems
• Support scheduling, workload planning, and resource allocation
• Supporting the Estimating team with Landscape and Concrete scopes of work where needed
• Build and maintain strong client, vendor, and subcontractor relationships
• Contribute to team development, performance goals, and a positive work environment
• Actively participate in Pre-Award Meetings 
• Actively participate in Divisional Crossover 

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education with a focus on Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying with a Civil focus or equivalent  
• Industry and position experience equivalent accepted on an individual basis 
• 3–5+ years of civil estimating experience (earthworks, excavation, utilities preferred)
• Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents
• Experience with estimating and project management software (Bluebeam, AutoCAD, MS Project)
• Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking skills with the ability to prioritize competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with a commitment to providing exceptional customer service and building positive working relationships.
• Proficient with computers and scheduling software, with the ability to maintain accurate project documentation and records.
• Solid understanding of budgeting, job costing, cost estimating, and financial reporting principles.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and technical documents to support successful project delivery.

About Horizon Contracting Group

 As an industry leader for over 20 years, Horizon provides superior landscape construction and maintenance services for Western Canada's commercial, government, and residential development sectors. With the company's various divisions and experienced crews, Horizon Contracting Group is uniquely qualified to handle any job in the landscape industry. Proud to be based out of Langley BC, with other locations in Squamish and Kelowna, we have successfully installed and maintained multi-million dollar projects located throughout Canada. Horizon is a family and we are excited to be growing!