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Estimator

  • AB, Canada
  • Greater Edmonton Metropolitan Area, Canada

$95,000 to $120,000 CAD / year · Full-time

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Pay
$95,000 to $120,000 CAD / year
Job type
Full-time
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Experience
3-7 years of estimating experience with a General Contractor.
Posting language
English
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Original job description

Intermediate Estimator

Edmonton, AB | Commercial Construction | Full-Time

A well-established and growing General Contractor in Edmonton is looking to add an Intermediate Estimator to its pre-construction team. This is an excellent opportunity for an estimator who is looking to take the next step in their career, work on a diverse portfolio of projects, and gain exposure to both negotiated and competitive bid work.

The successful candidate will play a key role in preparing detailed estimates, supporting bid submissions, and working closely with project teams from the pre-construction phase through project award.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare detailed quantity take-offs and cost estimates from drawings and specifications.
  • Analyze project documents and identify scope requirements, risks, and opportunities.
  • Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with subcontractors, consultants, and vendors.
  • Assist in the preparation and submission of tender packages and proposals.
  • Participate in site visits, pre-bid meetings, and project reviews.
  • Collaborate with project managers, superintendents, and senior leadership during pre-construction.
  • Support value engineering and cost-saving initiatives.
  • Maintain accurate historical cost data and estimating records.

Qualifications

  • 3-7 years of estimating experience with a General Contractor.
  • Experience pricing commercial, institutional, multi-family, industrial, or mixed-use construction projects.
  • Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and project delivery models.
  • Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, civil, and mechanical drawings.
  • Proficiency with estimating software and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills.
  • Post-secondary education in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field is considered an asset.

What’s Offered

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Strong pipeline of upcoming projects.
  • Collaborative and supportive team environment.
  • Long-term career growth opportunities.
  • Opportunity to contribute to projects that make a meaningful impact within the community.
More about this job

Responsibilities

Prepare detailed quantity take-offs and cost estimates, analyze project documents, assess scope and risks, and solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing. Support tender submissions, site visits, pre-construction collaboration, value engineering, and the maintenance of estimating records and historical cost data.

Requirements

Candidates should have 3–7 years of estimating experience with a general contractor and experience pricing commercial, institutional, multi-family, industrial, or mixed-use construction projects. They should understand construction methods and delivery models, interpret architectural and engineering drawings, and be proficient with estimating software and Microsoft Office; related post-secondary education is an asset.

Skills

  • Quantity Take-Offs
  • Cost Estimating
  • Construction Document Analysis
  • Scope Analysis
  • Risk Assessment
  • Subcontractor Pricing
  • Supplier Pricing
  • Tender Preparation
  • Proposal Preparation
  • Estimating Software
  • Microsoft Office
  • Value Engineering
  • Cost Management
  • Communication
  • Organization

Benefits

  • Competitive Salary
  • Benefits Package
  • Career Growth Opportunities

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Categories

  • Construction
  • Finance & Accounting
  • Management & Leadership

Keywords

  • Commercial Construction
  • General Contractor
  • Pre-Construction
  • Estimating
  • Quantity Take-Offs
  • Cost Estimates
  • Drawings And Specifications
  • Scope Requirements
  • Risk Assessment
  • Subcontractor Pricing
  • Supplier Pricing
  • Tender Packages
  • Proposals
  • Site Visits
  • Pre-Bid Meetings
  • Value Engineering
  • Historical Cost Data
  • Commercial Projects
  • Institutional Construction
  • Multi-Family Construction
  • Industrial Construction
  • Mixed-Use Construction
  • Construction Methods
  • Project Delivery Models
  • Architectural Drawings
  • Structural Drawings
  • Civil Drawings
  • Mechanical Drawings
  • Estimating Software
  • Microsoft Office

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