Job Description

Estimator

Direct Supervisor: Estimating Manager

Status: Full-Time

About this Opportunity:

Due to continued growth, Exact Detailing is looking for an experienced Estimator with a 3D drafting and/or construction background to join our multi-disciplinary 3D detailing team.

Job Summary:

The Estimator will report to the Estimating Manager and will be responsible for all aspects of estimating for 3D modelling/detailing/drafting projects (Steel, Mass Timber, and Concrete Structures). The successful candidate will foster close working relationships with both our local and global teams, whilst providing expert local industry knowledge.

Duties / Responsibilities:

· Develop estimating cost models for new 3D modelling and drafting projects focusing on steel and concrete structures with the global cost team

- maintain and update the global estimating database, taking into consideration Canadian market conditions, typical productivities, labour rates, regional considerations, and other market specific factors.

· Together with sales and accounting departments, maintain and grow an active list of contractors and suppliers.

· Assess and analyze tenders for various work packages in collaboration with Operations, Accounting, Sales, Procurement, and peers.

· Conduct kick-off meetings for tender understanding, analysis of conditions,



assessment of risk and identification of activities that may or may not be shown in the tender documents.

· Write estimating reports with evaluations and recommendations to senior management, in collaboration with global cost team.

· Communicate directly with clients, colleagues, management, and multi-disciplinary teams.

· Keep up-to-date with current detailing, engineering, and 3D technologies and trends.

Qualification:

· Five or more years of Steel Detailing or drafting experience.

· Prior experience in Timber detailing and/or other drafting is preferred.

· Proven experience in estimating steel detailing projects.

· Prior experience in concrete detailing and construction highly regarded.

· Excellent communication and presentation skills.

· Collaboration and engagement experience with people at all levels across organizations.

· High levels of attention to detail and accuracy.

Exact’s Core Competencies:

If you enjoy working in a highly diversified, inclusive, and progressive work environment with excellent remuneration please apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Advantages:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
- Work from home

Experience:

- Construction estimating: 5 years (required)
- Bluebeam: 5 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Steel Drafting Estimator (Calgary)
🏢 Exact Detailing
📍 Calgary