Buyer - Site Based

Worley; City of Spruce Grove; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Construction Group invites applications for an Estimator / Project Manager – Civil Earthworks based in Spruce Grove, Alberta. The role blends estimating with project management, with travel to site as project demands require, typically to Fort McMurray area.

The successful candidate will manage timelines and budgets, develop execution plans, and collaborate with site supervision and operations to validate production assumptions and ensure successful handoffs after award.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years estimating or project management in earthworks or oil & gas.
• Proficient with MS Project or Primavera and MS Office Suite.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to site as required.

Responsibilities

• Develop estimates from concept to detailed scope for civil earthworks projects.
• Review tender documents for scope, risks, and requirements.
• Create execution plans, schedules, and histograms for tenders.
• Coordinate with suppliers, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Independent working

Willingness to travel

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Diploma in Civil Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Schedule:

Monday to Friday (5\u00d72), with site travel approximately once every three weeks as project demands require.

Responsibilities

• Development of estimates ranging from conceptual estimates for proposals and feasibility studies to detailed estimates for new and ongoing projects
• Review tender documents to determine scope of work, requirements, and potential risks
• Develop execution plans, project schedules and personnel histograms for tender submissions
• Complete quantity take-offs, quantity reconciliation, crew production calculations, cycle times, and project duration estimates
• Obtain, evaluate, and compare pricing from suppliers and subcontractors
• Identify and quantify potential project risks/opportunities and incorporate appropriate allowances into estimates
• Review design options and recommend solutions based on cost, constructability, engineering requirements, and material availability
• Prepare and coordinate final estimate packages for management review
• Conduct detailed analysis of completed estimates and benchmark against similar projects
• Lead internal bid reviews and participate in tender‑related discussions with internal and external stakeholders
• Maintain and update supplier and subcontractor pricing information and estimating databases
• Collaborate with site supervision and operations to develop project execution plans and validate production and scheduling assumptions
• Communicate estimate details to operations and supporting departments following contract award to support budget development and project handoff
• Review actual project costs against estimates and incorporate lessons learned into future estimates
• Attend client meetings associated with pre‑tender, post‑tender, and project start‑ups

Project Management

When on site, the successful candidate will primarily support project management and active operations by:

• Managing project timelines and budgets to ensure projects are completed on schedule and within project requirements
• Providing scheduling support for estimates and active projects
• Organizing and overseeing daily project operations
• Provide support for change order development and pricing as required
• Coordinating with suppliers, subcontractors, site supervision, and crews
• Managing change orders, including quoting and cost analysis related to scope changes
• Preparing project reporting, including cost summaries, load count reports, daily LEM reporting, volume tracking, and invoicing
• Participating in progress, supervisor, management, and client meetings
• Reviewing daily foreman reports for coding accuracy
• Conducting job site visits with management and supervision
• Supporting project quotes, budget estimates, and month‑end accrual reporting

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in estimating and/or project management, preferably within earthworks construction and/or oil & gas
• Diploma or degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
• Strong understanding of civil earthworks construction and project execution
• Strong computer skills, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and MS Project or Primavera
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a fast‑paced environment
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license
• Willingness to travel to the Fort McMurray area as project requirements dictate
• CSO/BSO Certification considered an asset
• Ability to pass a pre‑access drug and alcohol test

Additional Information

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Employees may be required to perform additional related duties as needed.

Thompson Construction Group has an exciting opportunity for an Estimator / Project Manager – Civil Earthworks based out of our head office in Spruce Grove, Alberta. The position will report primarily to the Estimating Manager while working out of the Spruce Grove office, with a dotted‑line reporting relationship to the Director of Strategic Assets for the Project Management portion of the role.

This is a hybrid role with the primary focus on estimating from the Spruce Grove office. Approximately once every three weeks, depending on project demands, the successful candidate will travel to site, typically Suncor Base Mine, where the focus will shift primarily to Project Management and supporting active operations.