Civil Earthwork Estimator for Large-Scale Grading

Quanta Canada Renewables; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Quanta Canada Renewables seeks an experienced Estimator (Civil Earthworks) based in Calgary, AB to lead cost modeling and earthwork planning for utility-scale projects. You will evaluate topography, soil, and drainage factors to prepare accurate bids and drive efficient grading strategies.

The role requires 5 years in estimating heavy civil projects, with expertise in Primavera P6, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble Business Center, and Hard Dollar.

Qualifications

• Post-Secondary Education in Construction Management, Engineering, or equivalent.
• 5 years of Estimating experience in construction and contracting, with a strong focus on grading and heavy civil projects.
• Experience with engineering design and construction, contracting methodologies, as well as project planning and management-related tasks and activities.
• Deep understanding of civil site design principles, grading plans, and the integrated EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) process.
• Proficient in translating construction means and methods into crew-based production rates for accurate cost modeling.
• Proven ability to mentor and develop junior estimators, sharing expertise in civil earthwork, cost modeling, and digital estimating tools.
• Experienced in scheduling and estimating software, including Primavera P6, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble Business Center, and Hard Dollar (or similar platforms).
• Skilled in interpreting geotechnical data, compaction requirements, and calculating water usage for dust control and soil conditioning.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site evaluation & terrain modeling.
• Analyze topographic data, lidar scans, and drone imagery to develop detailed digital terrain models.
• Identify grading constraints related to turbine pads, solar arrays, access roads, and drainage paths.
• Conduct pre-bid site visits to assess real-world topographic conditions and environment constraints for grading strategy and cost estimates.
• Evaluate slope stability, erosion potential, and constructability in remote or environmentally sensitive areas.
• Understand detailed cut/fill analysis and earthwork optimization.
• Calculate net earthwork volumes and material weights for hauling and disposal.
• Develop crew-based production estimates for mass grading, roads, ditches and drainage piping and structures.

Skills

Estimating

Grading & earthwork

Cost modeling

Crew productivity

Mentoring junior estimators

Production rates

Scheduling

Education

Post-secondary education in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Trimble Business Center

Hard Dollar

Job description

Quanta Canada Renewables seeks an experienced Estimator (Civil Earthworks) based in Calgary, AB to lead cost modeling and earthwork planning for utility-scale projects. You will evaluate topography, soil, and drainage factors to prepare accurate bids and drive efficient grading strategies.

The role requires 5 years in estimating heavy civil projects, with expertise in Primavera P6, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble Business Center, and Hard Dollar.