Senior Construction Estimator in Calgary

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Construction Estimator to join our Civil Construction team. The Senior Estimator will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for underground utility, earthworks, and civil 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. The ideal candidate possesses strong technical knowledge of civil construction practices, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with operations, project management, and executive leadership teams.

Why Join us?

• Competitive salary and bonuses
• Career advancement and professional development
• Health Benefits: Excellent health, dental, vision plan, LTD, life insurance, EAP, and more
• RRSP Matching
• Commitment to safety

Responsibilities:

• The 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.
• Estimate civil earthworks and underground projects.
• 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.
• Transmits addenda and other bid information to subcontractors.
• Produce bid package for Project Manager and Superintendent including labor and equipment budgets, material suppliers, subcontractors, tender specifications, and contracts.
• Accountability for updating the database and costing system with project data to ensure cost is current.
• Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates.
• Conduct tender review meeting to review scope, productions, construction approach, competitive landscape, schedule, and set markup.

Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office with the ability to develop templates, track changes, create spreadsheets, and use formulas.
• 10+ years related to underground utility infrastructure experience. Other combinations of experience and education may be considered.
• P.Eng or CET is preferred.
• 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.
• Previous experience using B2W software is an asset.
• Previous leadership or manager experience is an asset.

All Whissell employees must undergo a Pre-Employment Drug & Alcohol Test and submit a valid Driver’s Abstract (issued no more than three months prior) before starting work. At Whissell we value diversity of expertise, talent, and opinion creating an innovative and collaborative environment. We are committed to a respectful and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all qualified individuals.

Experience the Excitement: Join Whissell to be part of the team that safely achieves the “Best Projects Every Time”!