Chemco is looking to hire an experienced senior civil 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.

Company Profile
Chemco is a Western Canadian general contractor specializing in multi-disciplinary construction including civil earthworks, rail, hydrovac, directional drilling, electrical, instrumentation, rig matting, and electrical engineering. We are a progressive company that supports all individuals in both professional and personal development.

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Pre-Apprenticeship Training (PACT Program)

Experience and Education

10+ years of experience in civil earthworks construction

5+ years estimating and managing projects over $5,000,000.

Experience leading a team through the bid process for various civil projects

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 building codes and industry best practices

Hands‑on experience on civil 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

Ability to manage a team of 5-10 direct reports on a civil construction project

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

Highly skilled with Excel, including Power Query

Experience with material procurement

Familiarity with contract law

Industrial Construction Crew Supervisor certification

Job Responsibilities

Reports to the director of estimating

Create and lead project proposals including:

Reviewing project scope of work, drawings, specs, standards, 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

Mentor more junior staff

Estimate change orders for current projects

Site visits as required during the bid phase and adhering to site-access requirements.

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

Compensation and Benefits

Permanent full time position

Competitive hourly wage based on experience (range between $50.00/hr to $70.00/hr, plus 10% vacation/stat holiday pay)

Company RRSP contribution after completion of 90-day probationary

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

We thank all candidates for applying, but only those that are being considered for this position will be contacted.

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📌 Senior Civil Estimator (Alberta)
🏢 Chemco
📍 Alberta