Brass Inc | Lead Estimator

Lead Estimator

About US 

Since 2000, businesses across the industry have relied on us for dependable, independent hydro excavation and industrial cleaning services. As our company has grown, so too has our service offering. Today, we provide a comprehensive range of solutions, including dredging and dewatering, directional drilling, and core drilling, in addition to our established hydro excavation and industrial cleaning expertise. 

About this Opportunity 

Reporting to the Estimating Manager, the Lead Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate, detailed, and competitive cost estimates for projects within the construction and utility infrastructure sectors. This includes evaluating material, labour, equipment, and subcontractor costs to support successful project bidding and execution. The Lead Estimator collaborates closely with clients, vendors, engineers, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders to gather information, assess project requirements, and develop comprehensive estimates that align with project objectives and company standards. 

Vacancy Type: Permanent Full Time

Salary Range: $75,000 - $90,000

Location: This in-person role is located in Scugog, Ontario

Responsibilities: 

• Review project drawings, tenders, specifications, addendums, and quotation requirements to understand scope and risks.
• Prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates by interfacing with operations, vendors, engineers and subcontractors
• Oversee the entire bid lifecycle process, assign work to Junior Estimators and review and validate all estimates for accuracy and completion
• Establish and maintain the tendering and quotation process
• Identify risks, develop contingency costs and propose cost saving alternatives
• Maintain a directory of suppliers and subcontractors
• Assist in overall project consideration and planning sessions to provide estimating input
• Liaise and communicate effectively with the estimating, project management and operations team
• Attend site visits as required

WHAT YOU HAVE TO OFFER

• Five (5) years of experience in cost estimating in the construction or utility infrastructure industry, including estimating cost of materials, labour and equipment for projects from RFP/RFQ/quotations
• Diploma or Degree in Civil, Electrical or Construction Management or a combination of education and field experience within the Construction or Utility Infrastructure Industry
• Advanced experience using Microsoft Office, including the ability to create reports, documents, presentations and spreadsheets in MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, and MS Project.
• Ability to understand drawings, scheduling and tendering processes
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi- task
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with stakeholders
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel as required

WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER:

In addition to working alongside a talented and inspiring team, Brass Inc. offers;

• Dynamic and collaborative work environment;
• Benefits package and paid time off 

Application Process

Interested and qualified applicants are invited to submit their resume by email no later than Friday July 3, 2026 to: kadams@brassinc.net *Please include the position title you are applying for in the subject line.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know when we contact you and we will work with you to meet your needs.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, accommodation is available upon request at any point during the recruitment process. If you require accommodation please email kadams@brassinc.net and we will work to meet your needs. We thank all applicants; however, only those to be considered will be contacted