Overview

Join our dynamic team as a Construction Estimator and play a pivotal role in shaping successful building projects from the ground up! In this energetic and detail-oriented position, you will be responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates, analyzing project specifications, and collaborating with clients and contractors to ensure seamless project execution. Your expertise will drive profitability, foster robust negotiation strategies, and support the overall project management process.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment where precision meets innovation, this is your opportunity to make a tangible impact in the construction industry!

Responsibilities

- Review architectural drawings, construction plans, specifications, and tender documents.
- Perform accurate quantity takeoffs for roofing, siding, exterior finishes, and concrete work.
- Prepare detailed estimates including materials, labour, equipment, waste, overhead, and profit.
- Estimate roofing systems including asphalt shingles, flat/torch-on roofing, insulation, flashing, and related accessories.
- Estimate exterior work including James Hardie, vinyl siding, metal cladding/panels, soffit, fascia, eavestrough, insulation, weather barriers, stucco/parging, and stone/brick veneer.
- Estimate concrete work including slabs, sidewalks, driveways, pads, curbs, foundations, and concrete repairs.
- Calculate square footage, linear footage, material quantities, and labour requirements from drawings and site measurements.
- Obtain and compare pricing from suppliers and subcontractors.
- Prepare professional quotations, bid packages, scopes of work, and unit-rate pricing.
- Attend site visits to verify measurements and existing conditions when required.
- Identify exclusions,



allowances, potential change orders, and project risks before submitting bids.
- Maintain updated material and labour pricing for Calgary and surrounding areas.
- Track submitted quotations and follow up with builders, general contractors, and clients.
- Work with project managers, supervisors, suppliers, and field crews after projects are awarded.
- Review project costs against estimates to improve future pricing accuracy.
- Maintain organized records of drawings, takeoffs, supplier quotes, estimates, and awarded contracts.
- Meet bid deadlines and ensure estimates are complete and accurate before submission.
- Proficiency with Excel, PDF/plan takeoff software, email, and estimating software is preferred.

Requirements

- Proven experience in construction estimating with a solid understanding of construction processes and terminology.
- Proficiency with Bluebeam for digital markup and document management.
- Strong negotiation skills to secure favorable pricing and contractual terms.
- Familiarity with HeavyBid or similar estimating software is highly preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously within tight deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members and external partners.
- Construction experience across various project types is advantageous; a background in heavy civil or commercial projects is a plus.

Embark on a rewarding career where your expertise fuels successful projects! We value energetic professionals who are eager to contribute their skills in a collaborative environment that encourages growth, innovation, and excellence in construction estimating. Pay: $18.00-$26.00 per year

Work Location: In person

📌 Construction Estimator (Calgary)
🏢 Master Exterior's Finishing
📍 Calgary