Cost Estimation Manager

Proslide Technology•Ottawa, ON

8d•CA$75,000 - CA$90,000

About The Position

At ProSlide, The Cost Estimation Manager is responsible for developing a team that delivers accurate, competitive, and timely cost estimates for waterslide systems and aquatic attractions. This role works closely with sales, engineering, design, procurement, and manufacturing teams to ensure project pricing reflects accurate scope of work for a given opportunity. The ideal candidate combines strong analytical skills, resourcefulness, ability to work in a fast-paced environment and comes with a strong technical background to develop a greater understanding of fiberglass manufacturing, steel structures, and large-scale project delivery in order to competently deliver accurate opportunity pricing.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
5+ years of cost estimating experience in manufacturing, construction, or large-scale custom projects
Strong understanding of project lifecycle costs, including manufacturing, freight, installation, and commissioning
Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Attention to detail and accuracy
Strategic pricing and margin awareness
Cross-functional collaboration
Problem-solving and risk assessment
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple deadlines simultaneously

Nice To Haves

Experience with fiberglass, steel fabrication, mechanical systems is a benefit
Knowledge of Python or similar programs is a benefit

Responsibilities

Prepare detailed cost estimates and budgets for waterslide and aquatic attraction projects, from conceptual design through final bid submission
Analyze drawings, specifications, and design concepts to determine material, labor, equipment, subcontract, shipping, and installation costs
Collaborate with sales enablement and design teams to evaluate design alternatives, scope options and value-engineering opportunities to ensure a competitive opportunity bid
Develop standardized estimating tools, cost models, and databases for materials, labor rates, and production processes
Coordinate with internal stakeholders on RFQs and review vendor and subcontractor quotations and assess scope completeness to mitigate scope gaps
Support sales and sales enablement teams with pricing strategies, margin analysis, and bid form documentation
Assess project risks and mitigating factors related to manufacturing complexity, logistics, site conditions, and schedule
Collaborate with project management and finance teams to track historical project costs and compare estimates to actuals to improve estimating accuracy
Participate in bid review meetings and present cost breakdowns to management
Review project contracts to ensure alignment with delivered costing scope
Mentor and manage cost estimation team