Job Description

Chemco is looking to hire an experienced Civil Earthworks Construction Estimator based out of our Nisku head office, with potential mobilization to project locations upon the award of successful bids. Experience estimating and managing civil earthworks projects is necessary, as the primary scopes involve site preparation, road construction, rail construction, and industrial earthworks. The successful candidate will have the ability to work both independently and within a team, have strong communication skills, and a high level of attention to detail.

Preferred Experience and Education

5+ years of experience in civil earthworks construction

5+ years estimating and managing projects from $100,000 up to $10,000,000.

Experience with all phases of the bid process from proposal creation to construction completion.

Registration or eligibility for registration as a C.E.T., P. Tech, or P. Eng is an asset, but not required.

Required Skills and Knowledge

Proficient with Microsoft Office

Familiar with relevant codes and industry best practices

Hands-on experience on civil earthworks construction projects

Ability to assemble accurate, timely, and well organized estimates

Ability to prioritize work and manage time on multiple concurrent bids

Able to communicate clearly via email, online meetings, and in person

Preferred Skills and Knowledge

Experience with linear transportation infrastructure

Experience and knowledge in change management and project controls

Proficient with Bluebeam Revu and Primavera P6

Proficient with Accubid Enterprise

Highly skilled with Excel, including Power QueryExperience with material procurement

Familiarity with contract law





Job responsibilities

Reports to the Director of Estimating.

Create and lead project proposals including:

Reviewing project scope of work, drawings, specs, standards, contracts, and other documents.

Performing civil takeoff of drawings and bills of material

Applying labour and equipment hours and costs

Compiling material lists for procurement

Creating project execution plans

Determining project staff and equipment

Creating project schedules

Engaging vendors and subcontractors

Coordinating proposal reviews with stakeholders

Estimate change orders for current projects

Visit sites as required during the bid phase and comply with all site-access requirements, including but not limited to: drug and alcohol testing, clean shaven policies

Manage or assist with management of successful proposals from Chemco’s Nisku office, Location Cats’ St. Paul regional office, or at site locations as required.

Work Location

Regularly office-based at the Chemco head office – 3135 4th Street, Nisku, AB

7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday to Friday, with 30-minute unpaid lunch

Hybrid work schedule: Three days per week in the Nisku office, and up to two days remote.

Compensation and Benefits

Permanent full time position

Salary range from $90,000 to $130,000 annually based on experience

Company RRSP contribution from $2.00 to $4.00 per hour up to 140 hours per month. No employee matching is required. (Annual total of $3,360 to $6,720)

Paid vacation commensurate with experience.

EBFA Health and Welfare Plan, including vision, dental, prescription, and life insurance. For full details visit http://www.ebfa.ca/Pages/H&WPlan.html.;

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📌 Construction Estimator, Civil Earthworks (Nisku)
🏢 Chemco
📍 Nisku