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Govan Brown & Associates

Construction Estimator

Calgary, AB, Canada

Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Oct 14, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 14, 2026

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WHO WE ARE

Govan Brown is a national construction firm with offices across Canada. Our expertise is in commercial interior, core & shell, building revitalization and repositioning projects. Since 1994, we’ve demonstrated excellence through our commitment to exceptional service, quality work and innovation. We provide an environment that engages our people, encourages strong work ethics, fosters growth and development, and supports the communities in which we work. Govan Brown is recognized as one of Canada's Best Managed Companies and one of Canada's Top 40 Contractors.

COOL PERKS WE OFFER

Investing in your future: We offer a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 5% match and an Employee Share Purchase Program (ESPP).
Health & Dental benefits: Such as prescription drug coverage, medical services, dental and vision as well as a Health Spending Account of $750 (minimum) to use as you like to top up our benefit programs.
Professional Development & training: Expand your knowledge through various internal training programs and support of your professional certification goals.
Summer hours: Get a head start on your weekends from Victoria Day through Thanksgiving
Fun Team and Volunteer Events: Enjoy the opportunity to socialize with team members at events and volunteer activities within the community.
Service and Referral Rewards: We appreciate our employees’ commitment to our success and growth through various creative rewards, (including a personalized bobblehead for a key milestone!)
Wellness & Life Balance: Through our Employee Assistance Program we offer wellness tools for employees and their families, as well as a minimum of 3 weeks of vacation.
Safety: We prioritize safety at GB, with daily safety activities woven into our operations and safety programming throughout the year. We also offer a $400 Boot Allowance every two years to ensure employees have access to CSA approved safety boots.

OUR OPPORTUNITY

Govan Brown Calgary is looking for an experienced Construction Estimator with a proven track record of estimating across a broad range of divisions for a variety of ICI (Industrial, Commercial, and Institutional) projects at the general contractor level, including tenant improvements, complex renovations, and ground-up new builds. This is an existing opportunity to leverage a passion for details and a deep understanding of construction methodologies to develop accurate and competitive estimates in a fast-paced environment. A detailed project list must be included with your resume submission for consideration.

Your responsibilities will include:

Oversee and manage all aspects of the estimating and Pre-Construction process, from estimate preparation, subcontractor solicitation, through to subcontract buyout / contracting.
Work with project management and business development to determine budgeting, general conditions and strategic position for project opportunities being considered
Identify and select highly qualified subcontractors and solicit competitive pricing for tenders
Read, interpret and understand contract drawings and specifications, and maintains conformance with same during work processes
Conduct thorough analysis of tender drawings and prepare detailed/accurate quantity takeoffs
Review the project plans and specifications and comment on the design, scheduling, possible cost savings measures and potential construction problems.
Participate in pre-construction process, including attending meetings, preparing and presenting budget, value engineering
Experience with lump sum and construction management projects

WHAT YOU BRING

Minimum 5 years of construction estimating experience across a broad range of divisions, including ICI interior fit-outs and new build projects [A detailed project list must be included with your resume submission for consideration.]
Degree or diploma in Construction, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field
Gold Seal Certification in Estimating and/or Quantity Surveyor designation considered strong assets
Proficiency in computerized estimating software and tools
Solid understanding of construction drawings, technical specifications, and trade scopes of work
Familiarity with various contract models including Construction Management, Lump Sum, and Design-Build
Strong knowledge of local market conditions and pricing
Strong relationships with local sub-trades and suppliers
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build credibility and gain the respect of clients, consultants, and internal teams
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, work under pressure, and meet tight deadlines

YOUR WORKING CONDITIONS AND ENVIRONMENT

The office is located at 1910 - 215 9th Avenue SW, Calgary
Exposure to construction work site environment in all seasons.
On-site. This is not a hybrid or remote role.

Govan Brown is an equal opportunity employer, and we would like to thank all applicants for their interest. Please note that we will only be contacting the candidates under consideration.

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Responsibilities

Oversee the full estimating and pre-construction process, including quantity takeoffs, subcontractor solicitation, and budget preparation. Collaborate with project management to determine strategic positioning and cost-saving measures for ICI projects.

Requirements

Requires a minimum of 5 years of construction estimating experience in ICI projects and a degree or diploma in Construction, Engineering, or Architecture. Proficiency in estimating software and familiarity with various contract models are essential.

Skills

Construction Estimating
Pre-Construction Management
Quantity Takeoffs
Subcontractor Solicitation
Value Engineering
Budgeting
Lump Sum Contracts
Construction Management
Design-Build
ICI Project Experience
Technical Specifications Analysis
Interpersonal Skills
Time Management
Market Pricing Analysis

Benefits

Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 5% match
Employee Share Purchase Program (ESPP)
Health and Dental benefits
Prescription drug coverage
Medical services
Vision coverage
Health Spending Account
Professional Development and training
Summer hours
Team and Volunteer Events
Service and Referral Rewards
Employee Assistance Program
Minimum of 3 weeks of vacation
Boot Allowance

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Keywords

Construction Estimator
ICI
Industrial
Commercial
Institutional
Tenant Improvements
Gold Seal Certification
Quantity Surveyor
Lump Sum
Construction Management
Design-Build
Value Engineering
Pre-Construction
Quantity Takeoffs
Subcontractor Buyout
General Contractor
Technical Specifications
Contract Drawings

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