Job Title: Senior Civil Estimator Edmonton, AB | $130K$150K Location: Edmonton, AB Overview: A well-established Western Canada civil contractor is hiring a Senior Estimator to lead the estimating team and partner with senior leadership on bidding strategy and proposal development.
Outstanding fit for someone entrepreneurial, detail-oriented, and collaborative, in a company offering strong growth and leadership opportunities.
Responsibilities Lead the estimating team through the full bid cycle from monitoring bid sites and leads to tender submission Oversee detailed cost estimates (labor, materials, overheads) across unit price, lump sum, T&M;, and conceptual contracts Complete quantity take-offs and review scope for gaps/overlaps before issuing to subcontractors Evaluate subcontractor/vendor pricing, qualifications,
and market trends Assess tender risk/quality before committing to bid; develop mitigation and proposal terms Coordinate proposal packages, clarifications, and site visits with stakeholders Develop estimating processes/standards; mentor direct reports Prepare turnover packages and support project kick-offs Requirements 3+ years managing an estimating team for civil scopes; underground utility experience preferred Strong RFQ-to-award process experience, negotiation, and plan-reading skills Proficient in Excel, MS Project, Adobe Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills