Lead Estimator

Lead Estimator, North America

Overview

CAM Industrial Solutions, a leader in industrial services and one of the fastest-growing privately held companies in Canada and the United States, is seeking a highly skilled Lead Estimator to join our dynamic team. At CAM, we believe "good" is never good enough—we aim for excellence in everything we do. We're looking for individuals who share that same drive, take pride in their work, and thrive in a collaborative, high-performance environment.

If you are passionate about continuous improvement, teamwork, and making a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply and become part of our forward-thinking organization.

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Position Summary

The Lead Estimator is responsible for managing all estimating activities across CAM's North American operations, supporting projects in Canada and the U.S. This role will oversee cost estimation for maintenance, small capital projects, turnarounds, and specialty services, ensuring accurate and competitive pricing to support business growth.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate all estimating efforts for industrial projects in Canada and the U.S.
• Work closely with site teams and regional offices to develop cost data for proposals and bids.
• Analyze project plans, specifications, and scope to prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates.
• Perform material takeoffs (MTOs) and quantity estimates across various disciplines.
• Develop and apply unit rates (cost and labor hours) to create comprehensive estimates.
• Track and incorporate cost impacts of project changes into budgets and forecasts.
• Establish cost control standards, reporting procedures, and performance metrics for estimating.
• Conduct routine data analysis to optimize estimating accuracy and cost management.
• Attend bid meetings and job walks.
• Develop and implement estimating strategies, methodologies, and best practices.
• Present and defend estimates to clients, senior management, and project teams.
• Establish and oversee a centralized estimating function, improving efficiency and consistency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (or equivalent industry experience).
• 10+ years of experience in estimating within the construction or industrial sector.
• Proven experience preparing capital cost estimates ($10K to $50M) for industrial facilities such as: Petrochemical plants, gas plants, upgraders, refineries, and pulp & paper mills.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills—able to present, justify, and defend estimates to internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in estimating software, including ACCE or similar tools.
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Understanding of cost control methods and project management principles.

Physical Requirements

Selected candidates must be able to complete the following physical functions including but not limited to climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, and other repetitive motions with or without a reasonable accommodation

Equal Employment Opportunity

CAM Industrial Solutions is an equal opportunity employer, and we thrive on our differences for the benefit of our employees, our customers, and our community. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all decisions related to hiring, training, and promoting regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status or any legally protected characteristic or class.