One of our clients is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Estimator to join a Construction Company in Edmonton. The Senior Estimator will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for infrastructure projects. This role plays a key part in the successful pursuit and execution of projects by analyzing drawings, specifications, quantities, production rates, subcontractor pricing, and project risks.

Job Responsibilities

The Senior Estimator will produce cost estimates for assigned tenders, and evaluate bid specifications and drawings, ensuring that information is correct and current, all of which are required to successfully bid and win tenders. The successful candidate will also be responsible for following up with sub-contractors to ensure that bids are received

- Evaluate multiple sub-trade execution, strategies, and estimates
- Be accountable for sub-trade strategies and estimates
- Accountable for the entire proposal package submission
- Accountability for the overall construction plan, including schedule, concept, budget, procurement, and risk assessment
- Prepares and maintains the status of plans
- Prepares subcontractor bid packages
- Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates




- Conduct tender review meeting to review scope, productions, construction approach, competitive landscape, schedule, and set markup

Qualifications

- Diploma or degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering Technology, Engineering, or a related field; equivalent industry experience considered.
- Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive estimating experience in heavy civil construction, including earthworks, underground utilities, roadworks or infrastructure projects.
- Gold Seal Certification (GSC) in Estimating, Construction Estimator Certified (CEC), or Professional Quantity Surveyor (PQS) designation is considered an asset.
- Proficiency in Excel is mandatory.
- Experience reading and understanding blueprints, specifications, schedules, and cost reports is required
- A thorough understanding of the construction process, environmental regulations, and safety practices is required
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Solid negotiation, analytical, organizational and presentation skills
- Previous leadership or manager experience is an asset.

Pay: $135,000.00-$160,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

📌 Senior Estimator (Edmonton)
🏢 Stoppler Hughes
📍 Edmonton