Landscape Construction Estimator
CSL Group
Landscape Construction Estimator
CSL Group
Global marine dry-bulk cargo handler
Location: Greater Hamilton Region
Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Salary: $90,000–$110,000 per year, based on experience
At CSL Group, we build more than landscapes. We build parks, pathways, streetscapes, pedestrian bridges, public spaces, and large-scale outdoor construction projects across Ontario.
We are looking for an experienced Landscape Construction Estimator – Civil & Municipal to join our team.
This is an estimating-first role. We are looking for someone with at least 5 years of estimating experience who understands how outdoor construction projects are built and can confidently take a project from tender documents and drawings through detailed take-offs, pricing, and bid submission.
The ideal candidate will have experience estimating landscape construction, civil site work, municipal projects, site development, parks, pathways, or similar outdoor construction projects.
Experience with project coordination or project management is an asset, but strong estimating experience is essential.
Our projects combine landscape construction, civil site work, structures, site development, and public infrastructure.
Projects may include:
Parks and recreation facilities
Trails and pathway systems
Streetscapes and public spaces
Pedestrian bridges and structures
Site development and civil works
Grading and drainage
Concrete, curbs, sidewalks, and hardscape
Retaining walls and site structures
Municipal landscape construction
Large-scale landscape construction and public realm projects
Review drawings, specifications, tender documents, and contract requirements
Complete detailed quantity take-offs
Build accurate estimates for labour, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and other project costs
Prepare competitive bids and tender submissions
Use construction drawings, specifications, schedules, and site requirements to develop accurate pricing
Obtain and coordinate pricing from suppliers and subcontractors
Identify scope gaps, exclusions, risks, and opportunities
Review project requirements for constructability and potential value engineering opportunities
Work with operations and project management to ensure estimates reflect realistic construction methods
Assist with pre-construction planning and project startup
Provide a clear handoff from estimating to the project team
Support the project team with estimating and scope questions following project award
Maintain strong relationships with suppliers and subcontractors
Help improve estimating processes and best practices
The most important requirement is proven estimating experience in landscape, civil, municipal, or other outdoor construction projects.
We are looking for someone who understands how outdoor construction projects are built and can look at a set of drawings and specifications and determine what needs to be built, how it will be built, and what it will cost.
5+ years of estimating experience in landscape construction, civil site work, municipal construction, parks, pathways, site development, or similar outdoor construction
Proven experience preparing competitive bids and tenders
Strong ability to complete detailed quantity take-offs
Strong understanding of labour, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and construction methods
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and tender documents
Experience working with public-sector or municipal tenders is an asset
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines
Comfortable working with suppliers, subcontractors, operations teams, project managers, and leadership
Strong experience with the following is important:
PlanSwift
Bluebeam
Microsoft Excel
Experience with HeavyBid or other estimating software is an asset, but strong experience with PlanSwift and Bluebeam is more important for this role.
You may have developed your estimating experience in landscape construction, civil construction, site development, municipal construction, parks, pathways, or other outdoor construction.
We are looking for someone who understands the practical side of construction and can take a project from plans and specifications to a complete, accurate estimate.
This role is focused on outdoor construction projects. Candidates whose experience is primarily commercial buildings, residential construction, or interior construction will not be the focus for this position.
Experience with project coordination or project management is an asset, but it does not replace estimating experience.
At CSL, our work is guided by our SHARING Values:
Safety • Humility • Accountability • Respect • Integrity • Nurturing • Growth
These values shape how we work with our employees, clients, subcontractors, and the communities we work in.
You'll work closely with our construction and operations teams and have the opportunity to contribute from the estimating stage through project startup and execution.
$90,000–$110,000 per year, based on experience
Full health and dental benefits
Paid company-wide Christmas shutdown, in addition to vacation
Long-term career growth opportunities
Supportive and collaborative leadership team
Casual dress environment
On-site parking
RDSP and profit sharing
Team events and company activities
Monday to Friday
Full-time
In-person
If you're an experienced estimator with a background in landscape construction, civil site work, municipal projects, or similar outdoor construction, we'd love to hear from you.
If you know how to read the plans, build the take-off, price the work, and understand what it will take to actually build the project, this could be the right opportunity for you.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We thank all applicants for their interest in CSL Group.
CSL Group is a global provider of marine dry bulk cargo handling and delivery services. It owns and operates a diversified fleet of specialized ships, including self-unloading vessels, offshore transhippers, and Handysize bulk carriers, and delivers bulk cargo to industrial customers around the world. The company works through its major regional divisions—Canada Steamship Lines, CSL Americas, CSL Australia, CSL Asia, CSL Europe, and CSL Transhipment—to load, transport, and unload bulk commodities, often using its self-unloading capabilities to move cargo efficiently at ports. With about 1,500 employees and a history dating back to 1845, CSL differentiates itself through its globally distributed fleet, integrated operations, and long-standing expertise in dry bulk handling. Its goal is to remain a leading, reliable provider of global marine dry bulk handling and delivery services, delivering tens of millions of tonnes of cargo each year to industrial customers.
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