Estimator, Preconstruction

Adi Development Group • Burlington, ON

18h

About The Position

ADI Development Group is seeking a seasoned Preconstruction Estimator to join their expanding team. This role involves taking ownership of the full estimating process, from initial feasibility through construction documentation. The estimator will be a key voice in project structuring, design, and financial positioning, working alongside internal teams and external consultants to ensure projects are economically sound, competitively priced, and set up for precise execution. This is an opportunity for an estimator who thrives in a high-energy, entrepreneurial setting and desires a significant role in major high-rise and mixed-use projects.

Requirements

• 5–7+ years of progressive estimating experience with a General Contractor, Design-Build firm, or real estate developer.
• Post-secondary education in Architectural Technology, Construction Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or related field.
• High-rise residential estimating experience is mandatory — mid-rise or high-rise condominium or purpose-built rental.
• Proven track record estimating projects with construction values from $10M to $200M+.
• Experience across the full design continuum, from schematic/conceptual through to IFC document sets.
• Solid knowledge of Site Development, Building Envelope, and M&E/HVAC systems for high-rise residential and ICI construction.
• Familiarity with Ontario Building Code requirements and their cost implications.
• Strong command of MasterFormat for organizing construction data.
• Experience under CCA 5a, 5b, CCDC 2, 3, and 14 prime contracts and CCA 1 and 17 subcontracts.
• Proficient in Procore (or equivalent), Bluebeam, BIM/Revit takeoff, MS Project, and Excel.

Nice To Haves

• PQS or Gold Seal Certification in Estimating is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual and order-of-magnitude estimates from feasibility stage onward to guide design and proforma development.
• Conduct due diligence cost analysis for land acquisition, including cost-per-suite and cost-per-GSF benchmarking.
• Model multiple design and massing scenarios to advise on cost implications before significant design investment is made.
• Prepare detailed quantity surveys, takeoffs, and estimates across all design stages from schematic through IFC.
• Break down projects into elemental scopes from both complete documentation sets and preliminary designs.
• Maintain and refine an internal cost database, benchmarking historical data and tracking live market pricing.
• Prepare bid packages and manage competitive tender processes for all trade scopes.
• Evaluate subcontractor and vendor proposals for scope alignment, qualifications, and pricing gaps.
• Build and maintain subcontractor and supplier relationships; leverage market intelligence for competitive procurement.
• Lead scope clarification meetings and RFI processes during pre-tender and pre-construction phases.
• Facilitate VE workshops with design and construction teams, presenting cost alternatives and tradeoff analyses.
• Review constructability with design teams to identify cost risks early in the design process.
• Track budget alignment as design evolves, flagging material variances against proforma assumptions.
• Assist with Division 1 cost management and cashflow oversight.
• Maintain hard cost documentation at each major design milestone.
• Prepare executive-ready cost reports and estimate summaries for internal leadership.
• Monitor labour and material escalation trends to keep cost intelligence current and competitive.
• Evaluate new technologies, construction methods, and materials to inform feasibility assessments.
• Research emerging techniques (mass timber, modular, etc.) and assess cost and schedule implications for ADI's pipeline.

Benefits

• Learning & Development Reimbursement
• Competitive Paid Time Off (vacation, wellness, and sick days)
• Competitive Salaries
• Employee Home Ownership Program
• Comprehensive Benefits Plan (dental, prescriptions, vision care, paramedical practitioners, life insurance, etc.)
• Flexible Health, Lifestyle & Wellness Personal Spending Account

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree