Senior Estimator

Senior Estimator

Department: Finance
Reports to: General Business Manager

We are currently looking for a Senior Estimator to join our team. This role plays a key part in supporting our Sales and Client Services teams by preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates across all areas of the business.

The Senior Estimator will bring a strong understanding of production processes, costing, and supplier relationships, while also providing guidance and support to members of the estimating team. This is a collaborative role that works closely with multiple departments to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement in our estimating practices.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Prepare detailed cost estimates based on job specifications provided by Sales, Client Services, and leadership

• Review and interpret RFQs, working with internal teams to clarify requirements as needed

• Collaborate with Sales and Client Services to identify cost-effective solutions and provide recommendations to clients

• Price production work using established estimating criteria, and support pricing for non-standard work in collaboration with leadership

• Source materials and services, including obtaining pricing and timelines from external suppliers

• Maintain and update pricing structures, supplier information, and estimating data to ensure consistency and accuracy

• Work with internal teams (Business Analyst, Production, etc.) to ensure estimating systems reflect current equipment, speeds, and capabilities

• Monitor estimated vs. actual job costs and support continuous improvement initiatives

• Provide guidance and coaching to Estimating team members

• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure competitive pricing and reliable delivery

• Support proposal development to ensure completeness and accuracy

• Maintain organized records of estimates and proposals for future reference

What You Bring

• Experience in estimating, within the print industry (required)

• Knowledge of print production processes (press, bindery, graphics) is an asset

• Strong understanding of costing, purchasing, and production processes

• Excellent analytical and mathematical skills

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues

• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (particularly Excel) and estimating software

• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities

• Demonstrated ability to support, coach, and guide team members

What to Expect

• A fast-paced, collaborative environment with changing priorities

• Primarily office-based work, with occasional exposure to the production floor

• Opportunity to work cross-functionally with Sales, Client Services, Production, and Leadership teams

• Occasional overtime may be required based on business needs

Why Join Us

This is an opportunity to step into a senior role where your expertise will have a direct impact on business performance. You’ll play a key role in shaping estimating practices, supporting team development, and contributing to overall operational success.