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Estimator

  • AB
  • On-site
  • Posted Oct 20, 2026
  • 1 position

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Employment type
Full-time
Experience level
Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education
Bachelor’s degree
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week
Seniority
Mid-Senior level

Job summary

Reviews project specifications, drawings, addenda, and historical cost data to prepare discipline estimates, calculate quantities and labor, and assess project risks. Supports bid and design decisions, monitors estimate changes, researches vendors and subcontractors, and coordinates project hand-off meetings.

Job details

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.

What you’ll do

Reviews project specifications, drawings, addenda, and historical cost data to prepare discipline estimates, calculate quantities and labor, and assess project risks. Supports bid and design decisions, monitors estimate changes, researches vendors and subcontractors, and coordinates project hand-off meetings.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field is required, and 5+ years of construction industry experience in estimating or cost control is preferred. The role also calls for knowledge of alternative construction delivery methods, advanced HCSS Heavy Bid skills, strong technical writing, and the ability to lead estimating activities for large or complex pursuits.

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off
  • 401(k)/RRSP
  • Medical/Extended Health Care
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Wellness Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement

Listed skills

  • Cost Control · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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  • Construction Estimating
  • Cost Control
  • Quantity Takeoff
  • Cost Estimation
  • Construction Methods
  • Contract Plan Analysis
  • Specification Review
  • Risk Assessment
  • Project Scheduling
  • Material Quantity Calculation
  • Technical Writing
  • Design Review
  • Vendor and Subcontractor Research
  • Pursuit Leadership
  • HCSS Heavy Bid
  • Alternative Construction Delivery Methods

Job areas

  • Construction
  • Engineering
  • Finance & Accounting
  • Management & Leadership

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