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Wales McLelland Construction

Estimator

Calgary, AB, T2A 5N7, Canada

Job type: Full-time
Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience in construction and cost estimating.
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 30, 2026

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ABOUT WALES MCLELLAND

Wales McLelland is an industry leader, well established in BC, working mainly in the Lower Mainland. We have been in operation for over 50 years. Our success has been driven by and is thanks to our employees’ years of experience and excellence in the field. They’re the reason why we have a name that our partners trust.

Simply put, we’re family, and we’re always looking to welcome new talent to the team.

We are a general contractor that provides pre-construction, design-build, and construction management services for industrial, commercial, and institutional clients, we specialize in tilt-up construction.

Our Company values guide everything we do, at Wales McLelland our values include Safety, Professionalism, Integrity, Respect, and Commitment.

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are looking for an Estimators to join our team. This role is an excellent opportunity for individuals who want to grow their career, engage in a variety of projects and disciplines, and enjoy autonomy in their work. We offer education reimbursement, free training opportunities, and opportunities to grow and advance, amongst many other perks and benefits.

The ideal candidate will have a high level of attention to detail, excellent oral and written communication, and experience working for a General Contractor. The ideal individual will also love what they do, be self-motivated and accountable, and adaptable.

Our Estimators are involved in researching, sourcing, negotiating, and obtaining the best prices and quotes from suppliers and subcontractors. They are responsible for estimating a variety of commercial and light industrial projects with a direct contribution to cost management and budgeting for various high-level projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Review and develop discipline and multi-discipline material and quantity takeoffs
Evaluate and develop construction rates, subcontract cost estimates, and proposals
Perform productivity analyses of cost estimates, including comparisons of scope, quantities, and cost data between projects
Review designs and specifications for cost-effectiveness, and provide recommendations for alternatives where applicable
Research, source, negotiate, and obtain the best prices and quotes from suppliers and subcontractors
Supply necessary sub-trades and suppliers with required drawings and data
Field construction-related questions from sub-trades and suppliers
Assist in completing preliminary (high-level) construction schedules
Work closely with the Operations and Development teams to prepare, identify, and understand scopes of work and prepare project documentation
Develop and maintain sub-contractor and suppliers' databases

QUALIFICATIONS:

Post secondary education in engineering, construction estimating, building technology, quantity surveying, or other related courses
Minimum 3 years of experience in construction and cost estimating.
Experience completing multi-discipline takeoffs and estimates for a construction company, preference will be given to candidates with General Contractor experience
Understanding of building construction from concept to completion
Understanding of a construction worksite and sequencing is considered an asset
Ability to document and organize complex streams of information efficiently and accurately
Ability to clearly communicate estimating concepts to various individuals in the organization
Demonstrated organizational and communication skills (written, oral, interpersonal)
Ability to lead by example and set the standard of professionalism
Proficiency with computers (Microsoft Office, Timberline, MS Project, Insite) and on-screen takeoffs
High attention to detail
Strong problem-solving, organization, task management, and planning skills

BENEFITS:

In addition to a positive and respectful work environment, the following are some of the benefits of working at Wales McLelland:

Competitive compensation package
Merit-based bonus
RRSP matching
Comprehensive health benefits
Employee referral program
Vacation and sick time
Anniversary service recognition
Learning and development program

Please note that we can only accept candidates who are eligible to work in Canada.

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Responsibilities

The Estimator is responsible for researching, negotiating, and obtaining pricing from suppliers and subcontractors while performing material takeoffs. They also manage cost estimates, project budgeting, and collaborate with operations teams to prepare project documentation.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least 3 years of experience in construction and cost estimating, preferably with a General Contractor. A post-secondary education in engineering, construction estimating, building technology, or quantity surveying is required.

Skills

Construction estimating
Quantity takeoffs
Cost management
Budgeting
Subcontractor negotiation
Project scheduling
Microsoft Office
Timberline
MS Project
Insite
Attention to detail
Communication skills
Problem-solving
Task management
Planning
Construction sequencing

Benefits

Merit-based bonus
RRSP matching
Comprehensive health benefits
Employee referral program
Vacation and sick time
Anniversary service recognition
Learning and development program
Education reimbursement

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Keywords

Estimator
General Contractor
Construction
Tilt-up construction
Cost estimating
Quantity takeoffs
Subcontractors
Suppliers
Budgeting
Cost management
Microsoft Office
Timberline
MS Project
Insite
Engineering
Building technology
Quantity surveying
Construction management
Design-build
Pre-construction
Project documentation
Procurement
Negotiation
Productivity analysis
Construction sequencing

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