Martin Recruitment Inc - 6 Jobs
Edmonton, AB
Posted 7 days ago
Job Details:
$100,000 - $140,000 / year
Full-time
Experienced
Job Title: Estimator
Report To: Estimating Manager
Placement Type: Permanent
Address: NW Edmonton
Work Location: 100% in-office
Hours: Monday to Friday
Position Overview:
- The Estimator is primarily responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates and supporting the bidding process for commercial and institutional construction projects, including reviewing drawings, completing quantity take-offs, and coordinating subcontractor pricing. They work closely with senior estimators and project teams to deliver competitive tenders while maintaining detailed cost data and supporting pre-construction planning activities.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare detailed cost estimates and budgets for commercial and institutional construction projects
- Assist with full estimates across multiple project types, ranging in size and complexity
- Read, interpret, and analyze construction drawings and specifications, including quantity take‑offs
- Support pre‑construction planning, scope reviews, schedules, and cost plans
- Participate in the tendering process, including subcontractor pricing, bid comparisons, and clarifications
- Review contract documents and assist with understanding indirect costs, bonding, and insurance requirements
- Maintain accurate estimating data and historical cost information
- Provide detailed estimate summaries to project and operations teams
- Communicate with subcontractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders throughout the estimating process
- Participate in client meetings and presentations as required
- Team focused approach
Must Have Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree or technology diploma in Construction, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience
- 3–7 years of experience in estimating or a related construction role within commercial construction
- Experienced with fixed‑price tenders and budgeting for private and public sector projects
- Solid understanding of estimating techniques and construction cost drivers
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- High attention to detail and strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel‑based estimating), estimating software and scheduling tools
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Frequently Asked Questions
This is a 100% in-office position based in NW Edmonton, AB.
The role follows a Monday to Friday schedule.
You’ll prepare detailed cost estimates and budgets, read drawings, perform quantity take-offs, assist with full estimates, support pre-construction planning, participate in tendering, review contract documents, and provide estimate summaries to teams.
A bachelor’s degree or technology diploma in Construction, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience), 3–7 years in estimating or a related construction role, and proficiency with Excel-based estimating and estimating software.
Salary is listed as $100,000.00–$140,000.00 per year.
You will prepare estimates for commercial and institutional construction projects, including reviewing drawings and coordinating subcontractor pricing for private and public sector projects.
You’ll work closely with senior estimators and project teams, participate in client meetings, and communicate with subcontractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders throughout the estimating process.
