Heavy Civil Estimator
- Regina, SK, Canada
$80,000 to $120,000 CAD / year · Full-time
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- Pay
- $80,000 to $120,000 CAD / year
- Job type
- Full-time
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- Posting language
- English
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Original job description
- Review drawings, specifications, and tender documents.
- Prepare accurate quantity takeoffs using Bluebeam and Agtek.
- Develop detailed cost estimates, bid summaries, and proposals.
- Prepare change order estimates in collaboration with project teams.
- Solicit, review, and evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing.
- Analyze labour, equipment, material, and production costs.
- Identify tender risks, opportunities, and potential cost impacts.
- Attend site visits, pre-bid meetings, and project walkthroughs.
- Coordinate with operations teams throughout the estimating process.
- Manage multiple tenders and deadlines effectively.
- Collaborate with senior estimators and operations teams on larger bids.
- Previous experience in construction estimating is an asset; no minimum experience requirement.
- Knowledge of earthworks, underground utilities, grading, and site development.
- Ability to read and interpret engineered drawings and specifications.
- Understanding of construction methods, materials, and processes.
- Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
- Experience with Bluebeam, Agtek, Excel, or similar estimating tools is an asset.
- Construction industry experience, a Technology Diploma, or an Engineering Degree is considered an asset.
- Competitive compensation based on experience.
- Benefits package.
- Employer-supported registered savings plan.
- Potential company vehicle or fuel allowance.
- Supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Opportunities for professional growth and career development.
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Responsibilities
Review tender documents and drawings, prepare quantity takeoffs and detailed cost estimates, and develop bid summaries, proposals, and change order estimates. Evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing, assess costs and tender risks, attend site visits and pre-bid meetings, and coordinate with project and operations teams across multiple bids.
Requirements
Previous construction estimating experience is an asset, but no minimum experience is required; knowledge of earthworks, underground utilities, grading, and site development is relevant. Candidates should be able to interpret engineered drawings and specifications, understand construction methods and costs, manage multiple deadlines, and ideally have experience with Bluebeam, Agtek, Excel, or similar tools; construction experience or a related diploma or degree is an asset.
Skills
- Construction Estimating
- Quantity Takeoffs
- Bluebeam
- Agtek
- Cost Estimation
- Bid Preparation
- Change Order Estimating
- Subcontractor and Supplier Pricing
- Cost Analysis
- Risk Analysis
- Drawing and Specification Interpretation
- Earthworks
- Underground Utilities
- Grading
- Site Development
- Project and Deadline Management
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation
- Benefits Package
- Employer-Supported Registered Savings Plan
- Potential Company Vehicle or Fuel Allowance
- Professional Growth and Career Development
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Construction
- Engineering
- Finance & Accounting
Keywords
- Heavy Civil Estimating
- Construction Estimating
- Tender Documents
- Engineered Drawings
- Specifications
- Quantity Takeoffs
- Bluebeam
- Agtek
- Excel
- Cost Estimates
- Bid Summaries
- Proposals
- Change Orders
- Subcontractor Pricing
- Supplier Pricing
- Labour Costs
- Equipment Costs
- Material Costs
- Production Costs
- Tender Risk Analysis
- Earthworks
- Underground Utilities
- Grading
- Site Development
- Site Visits
- Pre-Bid Meetings
- Construction Methods
- Project Coordination