Junior Estimator

Drive, Grow, Excel

Do you believe that a company’s success depends on its people? If so, Steelcon is the place for you!

At Steelcon, we don’t just build steel structures; we’re shaping the future of the structural steel industry. As a trusted structural steel partner, we’re committed to excellence, innovation, and the growth of our people. If you’re driven, detail-oriented, and passionate about building a long-term career, Steelcon offers an exciting opportunity to grow and succeed.

Position Overview

As a Junior Estimator at Steelcon, you will be a critical contributor to our Estimating team, supporting the preparation of accurate and competitive bids across both structural steel and miscellaneous metals. In this role, you will learn from experienced professionals, contribute to high-impact projects, and develop the skills needed to build a long-term career in the industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of assigned estimates and assist on larger estimates by reviewing all bid documents and validating project scope.
• Accurately perform quantity take-offs for labor, equipment, and materials.
• Assist with preparing tender forms, generating RFIs, and coordinating proposal requirements.
• Analyze project documents to identify risks, assess site conditions, and recognize potential scheduling and market impacts.
• Look for cost-saving or strategic advantages within each estimate.
• Work closely with estimators, bid teams, subtrade partners, and suppliers to support bid efforts.
• Solicit competitive pricing from subtrade partners and suppliers and manage responses.
• Collaborate with estimators on bid-day activities, ensuring accuracy and timely submission.
• Organize, document, and archive bid information for seamless transfer to project teams.
• Support cost analysis and budget checks, providing valuable insights to refine estimates.
• Generate bid status reports and other key performance metrics to help improve estimating practices.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree or diploma in a related field, or equivalent trade experience.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience in construction cost estimating or a related discipline.
• A foundational understanding of construction estimating processes.
• General familiarity with construction specifications, drawings, materials, methods, and procedures.
• A clear understanding of quantity takeoff, procurement, pricing, and bid-closing principles.
• Strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and completeness in all estimates.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subtrade partners, suppliers, and internal teams.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Experience with estimating software.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Project).
• A willingness and aptitude for learning new technologies.

Location, Hours of Work & Working Conditions

• Location : Vaughan
• Hours of Work : Monday to Thursday 8:00am to 5:00pm, Friday 8:00am to 3:00pm
• Primarily in office work environment

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and group benefits package starting from day 1
• Employee discounts
• Company events & teambuilding activities
• Ongoing learning & development opportunities to help build the career you want
• Awards for top performers and employee tenure
• A unique opportunity to build, grow and leave your impact on a multi-billion-dollar industry
• Dynamic, informal and collaborative work environment

Steelcon is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified candidates to apply. In accordance with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) we are committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities to support their participation in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise Human Resources.

To be eligible to apply for this position, you must be legally entitled to work in Canada. We do not accept international applicants without a valid work permit.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only successful candidates will be contacted. We do not wish to be contacted by recruitment firms.