Job Title:Senior EstimatorJob ID:87103Location:Edmonton, AlbertaOverview A well-established general contractor is seeking a Senior Estimator to join its Western Canada team in Edmonton. This is a high-impact opportunity supporting major Industrial, Commercial, and Institutional (ICI) construction pursuits in a busy and competitive market. The successful candidate will play a key role in leading preconstruction efforts, preparing accurate conceptual and detailed estimates, managing bid strategy, and helping position projects for success from pursuit through buyout. This organization is actively growing in Alberta and is looking for a proven estimator who can contribute immediately in a quick-paced environment.What you will be doingLead project procurement, bid strategy, and preconstruction activitiesPrepare accurate, detailed, and well-organized budgets and estimatesDevelop conceptual budgets and support early-stage pricing strategyManage bid submissions under tight deadlines and time-sensitive conditionsWork across multiple contract models including Construction Management, Design-Build, P3, and Lump SumCoordinate and level subcontractor pricing, identify gaps or risks, and elevate concerns as neededSupport post-award activities including quote distribution, binder rewrites, and buyout assistanceContribute to value engineering efforts and identify project-specific risks and challengesMentor and support junior estimating staffBuild and maintain strong subcontractor and supplier relationshipsMaintain estimating databases including labour rates, material pricing,



and project cost historyWhat you must haveConstruction-related degree or diploma, or equivalent combination of technical training and experience8–10+ years of estimating experience in Industrial, Commercial, and Institutional constructionStrong experience with full-cycle estimating and preconstruction leadershipProven ability to develop conceptual budgets as well as detailed estimatesAdvanced understanding of estimating strategies, construction contracts, and commercial riskExperience leading or mentoring junior estimatorsStrong subcontractor management and bid-leveling experienceAbility to work accurately and effectively in a deadline-driven environmentHands-on experience with estimating software such as OST and/or CostXEligibility for Security Clearance due to project requirementsSalary/Rate Range $130,000–$150,000Other Information: Ideal ProfileThe strongest candidates will come from a general contractor environment and bring broad ICI estimating experience, strong conceptual budgeting skills, and the ability to lead complex bids independently. Alberta market knowledge and experience supporting large-scale or high-profile construction pursuits would be considered strong assets.Why This Role Stands OutThis is an opportunity to join a respected and growing construction organization and contribute to major Western Canadian projects during a period of strong market activity. The company offers the chance to work on high-profile pursuits, collaborate with experienced teams, and make a meaningful impact in a leadership-level estimating role.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Senior Estimator - C$130,000 - C$150,000 A Year (Calgary)
🏢 General Contractor
📍 Calgary