Aplin is recruiting on behalf of a well-established, employee-owned general contractor with a solid reputation for collaborative project delivery and innovation within the Canadian construction industry.

Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of upcoming work, our client is seeking an experienced Senior ICI Estimator to join their Calgary team. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned construction professional who enjoys taking ownership of projects, influencing project strategy during preconstruction, and working closely with operations, consultants, and clients to deliver successful outcomes.

Position Overview
The Senior Estimator will be responsible for leading full-cycle estimating activities across commercial and institutional construction projects from concept through tender. The successful candidate will provide cost planning, budgeting, value engineering, constructability input, and bid leadership while collaborating closely with project teams throughout the preconstruction phase.

This role offers exposure to a variety of delivery methods including Lump Sum, Construction Management (CM), and Progressive Design-Build projects.

Key Responsibilities

Lead complete estimating assignments from conceptual budgeting through final tender submission

Review drawings, specifications, and bid documents to determine project scope and pricing requirements

Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs for labour, materials, equipment, and subcontracted scopes

Develop project cost estimates, budgets, contingencies, escalations, and risk assessments

Solicit, analyze, level, and negotiate subcontractor and supplier pricing

Participate in bid strategy development and pursuit planning

Support preconstruction planning activities and design development reviews

Provide value engineering recommendations and constructability input

Collaborate with project managers, operations teams, consultants, and owners throughout project development





Present and defend cost estimates to internal stakeholders and clients

Track and analyze estimated versus actual project costs to support continuous improvement initiatives

Qualifications
Required

10+ years of construction estimating experience

Minimum 5 years of estimating experience with a General Contractor

Proven ability to independently prepare and manage complete project estimates

Experience estimating commercial and institutional (ICI) construction projects

Experience with both new construction and renovation projects

Strong understanding of construction methods, labour productivity, cost drivers, and market conditions

Advanced proficiency with Excel and construction estimating software

Strong ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and construction documentation

Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills

Post-secondary education in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Construction Technology, or a related discipline

Preferred

CIQS Certified Estimating Certificate (CEC)

Professional Quantity Surveyor (PQS) designation

Experience with Construction Management and/or Progressive Design-Build projects

Exposure to Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) environments

Healthcare, long-term care, recreation, residential, or institutional project experience

Experience facilitating cost planning workshops and collaborating directly with owners and consultants

Ideal Candidate Profile




We are looking for a true full-cycle estimator who can independently own the estimating process and contribute strategic insight throughout preconstruction.

Successful candidates will typically have experience:

Working for commercial General Contractors

Managing complete project estimates rather than individual divisions or scopes

Collaborating in multidisciplinary project teams

Participating in preconstruction planning and cost management initiatives

Presenting estimates to clients, consultants, and senior leadership

Contributing to value engineering and constructability reviews

Project Portfolio
Projects include a mix of:

Commercial buildings

Institutional facilities

Healthcare and long-term care developments

Recreation facilities

Tenant improvements and renovations

New-build construction projects

What You’ll Receive

Employee ownership opportunities

RRSP matching program

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Educational assistance and professional development support

Annual performance and compensation reviews

Opportunity to collaborate on innovative and complex projects

Exposure to a variety of project delivery methods and preconstruction initiatives

At Aplin — together with our brands CompuStaff, Impact Recruitment, and Vantix Systems — we connect great people with great organizations across North America.

We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers.

Accommodation is available upon request throughout all stages of the recruitment process.

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📌 Senior ICI Estimator (Alberta)
🏢 David Aplin Recruiting
📍 Alberta