Estimator - Electrical & Instrumentation
The role involves preparing comprehensive cost estimates and detailed quantity take-offs for electrical and instrumentation projects across heavy industrial sectors. It also requires analyzing tender documents to identify risks and collaborating with internal teams and external partners to support competitive bids.
- On-site
- Edmonton, AB
- Posted Jul 29, 2026
- Apply by Sep 10, 2026
- 1 position
Job summary
Build What Matters At Graham, one of North America’s largest general contractors, we don’t just maintain assets, we extend their life and maximize their value. As part of our Services Division, you’ll contribute to critical work across the region, supporting sectors such as oil and gas, petrochemical, renewable energy, power, mining, forestry, underground, heavy construction, maintenance, turnarounds, and sustaining capital. Here, your work has purpose. Your safety and growth are supported. And your impact is lasting. Join a team that builds with commitment, reliability, and integrity. Apply today and help us build what matters. Your Impact Starts Here Graham is actively recruiting for an Electrical & Instrumentation Estimator supporting the Services Division. Reporting to the Director of Estimating, the incumbent plays a key role in the success of the Services Division by leveraging technical expertise to interpret project scope, develop accurate quantity take-offs, cost estimates, and manage bid deadlines. Incumbents may be responsible for cross-discipline application or may concentrate in one or more of the estimating disciplines including Electrical, Instrumentation, Controls, and or Transmission & Distribution. The role requires the ability to interpret tender and contract documents, collaborate effectively with internal teams, and communicate clearly with clients, suppliers, subcontractors, and Graham industry partners. This role is based in our Edmonton Office Your Role in Building What Matters – From Office to Site Prepare comprehensive and accurate electrical and instrumentation cost estimates: for projects, including equipment, cabling, heat tracing, systems, instrumentation and related scopes across heavy industrial sectors such as oil & gas, mining, manufacturing, petrochemical, agricultural, forestry, and energy Determine project scope and complete detailed estimate quantification and costing: including labour, equipment, materials, subcontractor scopes, and productivities, using company‑standard estimating programs and historical data Analyze tender documents, drawings, and specifications: to assess constructability, identify risks and opportunities, and recommend cost‑effective solutions based on qualities, material availability, and market conditions Develop estimating strategies and support competitive bids: including assembling conceptual and budget estimates, analyzing subcontractor bids, proposing innovations, and participating in tender closings with senior estimator oversight Support project planning and financial analysis: including the support in preparing preliminary construction schedules, assisting with project budgeting, change management, cash flow considerations, and providing accurate assessments of risk and scope Collaborate, mentor, and communicate effectively: with internal teams, trade partners, consultants, and suppliers, while building relationships that align with Graham’s core values The Right Tools for the Job Education: Diploma or degree in a related post-secondary program or construction trade equivalent related experience. Technical Skills: 1-5 years construction-related or supply chain experience and strong ability to interpret tender documents, specifications, drawings, and contractual requirements. Software: Proficiency with MS Word and MS Excel. Experience with InEight, Cleopatra, Trimble, McCormick, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Navisworks, BIM Modeling, Primavera, MS Teams, Power BI is an asset. Lay the Foundation for Your Next Career Move. Apply Today. At Graham, we’re building more than structures, we’re building futures. Join a team that delivers excellence from the ground up and makes a lasting impact across Canada. We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to an inclusive, accessible workplace. Accommodations are available throughout the hiring process when requested. Please contact hiring@jardeg.com for accommodation requests. Unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles will not be accepted and will become the property of Jardeg/Graham. As Graham’s trusted recruitment partner, Jardeg supports the hiring of skilled professionals across Buildings, Industrial, Infrastructure, Water, Development, and Services projects nationwide.
What you’ll do
The role involves preparing comprehensive cost estimates and detailed quantity take-offs for electrical and instrumentation projects across heavy industrial sectors. It also requires analyzing tender documents to identify risks and collaborating with internal teams and external partners to support competitive bids.
Requirements
Candidates need a diploma or degree in a related post-secondary program or equivalent construction trade experience. The role requires 1-5 years of construction or supply chain experience and proficiency in MS Office, with knowledge of specialized estimating software being an asset.
Listed skills
- Financial analysisPreferred
Other relevant skills
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- Cost Estimation
- Quantity Take-offs
- Tender Analysis
- Project Budgeting
- Constructability Assessment
- Risk Management
- Electrical Estimating
- Instrumentation Estimating
- Subcontractor Management
- Financial Analysis
- Technical Specification Interpretation
- Project Planning
Job areas
- Construction
- Engineering
- Energy
- Manufacturing
- Trades
Additional details
- Minimum education
- Professional degree
- Minimum experience
- 2+ years
- Apply by
- Sep 10, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Seniority
- Entry level
