Estimator
The Estimator is responsible for preparing project estimates by analyzing specifications, drawings, and historical data to determine scope and costs. They also collaborate with pursuit teams to manage risks, recommend vendors, and ensure project goals align with schedules and budgets.
- On-site
- AB
- Posted Aug 27, 2026
- Apply by Aug 27, 2027
- 1 position
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Job summary
Overview Do you have a collaborative mindset and strong prioritization skills? As an experienced Estimator, you will play a crucial role in preparing project estimates by analyzing specifications and contract plans to ensure cost-effective quantities and construction methods align with pursuit, schedule and price goals. Bring your diverse ideas to build stronger, more resilient communities. Apply now and transform your career with us. What you will be doing Reviews proposal specifications, drawings, attend pre-bid meetings, etc. to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate. Reviews and incorporates historical data from purchase orders, subcontracts, productivity analysis reports, etc. into unit and person-hour figures. Provides technical input regarding project and contract risks to lead estimator responsible for final bid price approval. Reviews final estimate to ensure defined work aligns with overall project schedule and cost goals. Prepares discipline estimates by calculating complete takeoff of scope of work. Calculates material quantity requirements from engineering drawing dimensions. Monitors client addendum and advises the estimating team on changes during the estimate period. Assists with design review options and recommends best solution based on cost, engineering quality, or availability of materials. Partners with estimating team to prepare and conduct project hand-off meetings between pursuit team and project management team. Researches and recommends vendors and subcontractors for designated scopes of work to achieve pursuit and cost goals. What we are looking for Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field required. 5+ years of experience in construction industry, estimating or cost control preferred. Specialized knowledge and experience in alternative construction delivery methods. Advanced knowledge of HCSS Heavy Bid Estimating Software. Strong technical writing skills. Able to lead pursuit and estimating activities on a large or complex pursuit project. Why work for us Some of the benefits you may be eligible for as an employee are: Comprehensive compensation package and paid time off program Industry leading 401(k)/RRSP Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental, Vision and/or Provincial Medical Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program Tuition Reimbursement Program We are an EEO/ADA/Veterans employer. Salary Min Salary Max
What you’ll do
The Estimator is responsible for preparing project estimates by analyzing specifications, drawings, and historical data to determine scope and costs. They also collaborate with pursuit teams to manage risks, recommend vendors, and ensure project goals align with schedules and budgets.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field. A minimum of 5 years of experience in the construction industry, specifically in estimating or cost control, is required.
Benefits
• Comprehensive compensation package • Paid time off program • 401(k)/RRSP • Medical insurance • Extended health care • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Wellness benefits • Employee assistance program • Tuition reimbursement program
Listed skills
- Construction ManagementPreferred
- Cost ControlPreferred
- Data analysisPreferred
Other relevant skills
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- Estimating
- Cost control
- Construction management
- Technical writing
- HCSS Heavy Bid
- Project scheduling
- Quantity takeoff
- Risk assessment
- Vendor management
- Subcontractor management
- Engineering drawing analysis
- Proposal preparation
- Construction delivery methods
- Data analysis
- Cost Control
- Project Schedules
- Cost Engineering
- Time Off Management
- Resilience
- Construction
- Construction Management
- Design Reviews
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Engineering Drawings
- Project Management
- Purchasing
- Subcontracting
- Technical Writing
- Prioritization
- Project Estimation
Job areas
- Construction
- Engineering
- Management & Leadership
- Estimator
- Valuers and Loss Assessors
- Cost Estimators
Additional details
- Minimum education
- Bachelor’s degree
- Minimum experience
- 5+ years
- Apply by
- Aug 27, 2027
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
