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Senior Estimator

Calgary, AB
On-site
Posted Sep 15, 2026
1 position

$105,000–$110,000 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Senior Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate budgets, proposals, and bid submissions for commercial and industrial electrical projects. They will collaborate with project management and field operations to develop execution strategies and manage the entire estimating process.

Job details

About Us Sabre LTD is an electrical and instrumentation provider specializing in engineered-to-order, fully customized solutions. We deliver turnkey systems that meet project-specific requirements, including custom switchgear, modular buildings and e-houses, instrumentation, control panels, and field services. We also provide end-to-end project support that spans from design and fabrication through integration, installation, testing, commissioning, and ongoing maintenance. Serving Oil & Gas, Renewable Energy, Energy Storage, Data Centre's, Mining, and Utilities, Sabre supports clients across Canada, the US, and is available globally. Headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, Sabre is proud to represent Canadian workmanship - delivering reliable quality, on-time execution, and support that stays engaged through commissioning, startup, and operations. The Opportunity Sabre is growing its E&I Field Services Division and is looking for a Senior Electrical Estimator to support commercial and industrial construction opportunities across Alberta and Western Canada. This position is responsible for developing accurate, competitive estimates and proposals while working closely with project management, operations, vendors, subcontractors, and customers. The successful candidate will bring practical electrical construction knowledge, sound estimating judgment, and the ability to manage multiple opportunities in a deadline-driven environment. We recognize that strong estimators come from different backgrounds. If you have relevant electrical construction or estimating experience but do not meet every qualification listed below, we encourage you to apply. Responsibilities Prepare budgets, estimates, proposals, and bid submissions for commercial and industrial electrical projects Review drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and other bid documents Complete material takeoffs, labour calculations, equipment pricing, and subcontractor comparisons Obtain and evaluate pricing from suppliers and subcontractors Identify project risks, exclusions, clarifications, and potential cost-saving opportunities Participate in pre-construction planning, constructability reviews, and design-build opportunities Work with Project Managers and Field Operations to develop practical execution plans and labour strategies Support proposal development and bid review meetings Maintain organized estimating records, vendor pricing, labour information, and historical project costs Monitor changes in material pricing, labour availability, and market conditions Help improve Sabre’s estimating tools, processes, templates, and cost information Support the transition of successful estimates to the project execution team Qualifications Relevant experience in electrical estimating, electrical construction, project coordination, or a related field Practical understanding of commercial or industrial electrical systems and construction methods Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and bid documents Experience preparing material takeoffs, labour estimates, and project pricing Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to manage multiple estimates and deadlines Effective written and verbal communication skills Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Preferred Qualifications The following qualifications are considered assets but are not required: Journeyperson Electrician, Electrical Engineering Technologist, or related technical designation Five or more years of electrical construction or estimating experience Experience with commercial, industrial, institutional, mining, utilities, or infrastructure projects Experience using Accubid, ConEst, Bluebeam, or comparable estimating software Experience with projects of varying sizes and delivery models Familiarity with design-build, tendered, negotiated, or service-based electrical work Gold Seal, CET, PMP, or another relevant professional designation Established relationships with contractors, consultants, suppliers, or industrial customers Ready to Join Us? If you're an experienced estimator with a passion for delivering accurate solutions and supporting successful project outcomes, we'd love to hear from you. Join Sabre and help power the projects that keep industries moving across North America.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates should have relevant experience in electrical estimating or construction and a practical understanding of electrical systems. Proficiency in interpreting technical drawings and using Microsoft Office is required, with professional designations considered an asset.