Civil Estimator

24 EllisDon Industrial Inc.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

EllisDon PME Inc. is seeking a Civil Estimator in Calgary to prepare accurate budgets and estimates for earthworks, underground utilities, and concrete. You will review drawings, specifications and bid documents to define project scope and cost.

You’ll work with Time & Material, Unit Rate, Design Build and Lump Sum contracts, coordinate subcontractor quotations, and assist with value engineering. 2–5 years civil estimating experience and Bid2Win familiarity are preferred.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years civil construction estimating experience.
• Earthworks and underground estimating experience.
• Knowledge of estimating strategies, techniques and contracts.
• Experience creating conceptual budgets.
• Ability to work accurately under tight timelines and delegate to a team.
• Experience with Bid2Win.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate, detailed budgets and estimates.
• Review drawings, specifications and other bid documents to determine project scope.
• Prepare estimates for civil work, including earthworks, underground utilities/infrastructure and concrete.
• Work with various contract types, including Time & Material, Unit Rate, Design Build and Lump Sum.
• Coordinate and review subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Assist with value engineering and identify potential challenges and risks within bids.
• Build and maintain relationships with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Maintain estimating information, including labour rates, material pricing and historical project costs.

Skills

Civil estimating experience

Estimating strategies

Budgeting and cost control

Team delegation

Education

Civil construction degree/diploma

Tools

Bid2Win

Job description

Connect with us LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter. In 2012, PME Inc. joined the EllisDon group of companies and currently functions as a self-performing, heavy civil contractor. PME offers a comprehensive range of services, such as Earthworks and Undergrounds, Pipeline, and Railways, and is committed to upholding EllisDon's values of integrity, mutual respect, safety, and quality. PME Inc. champions a zero-harm culture, prioritizing safety and environmental responsibility. They exceed regulatory requirements and have a Responsive Modified Work Program to ensure workplace safety. They value diversity and inclusion, understanding that different perspectives lead to innovation. We are committed to sustainable and equitable relationships with Indigenous communities, focusing on mutual respect and transparent communication. In case you’re curious, here’s what the industry thinks of us and some of the impacts we've made to the communities we work in and our latest Impact Report, highlighting how we're putting our values into practice in areas such as the climate & environment, inclusive diversity, indigenous relations, and health and safety.

You as a Civil Estimator will:

• Prepare accurate, detailed and well-organized budgets and estimates.
• Review drawings, specifications and other bid documents to determine project scope.
• Prepare estimates for civil work, including earthworks, underground utilities/infrastructure and concrete.
• Work with various contract types, including Time & Material, Unit Rate, Design Build and Lump Sum.
• Coordinate and review subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Assist with value engineering and identify potential challenges and risks within bids.
• Build and maintain relationships with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Maintain estimating information, including labour rates, material pricing and historical project costs.

Requirements:

• Construction-related degree/diploma with 2-5 years of civil construction estimating experience, or equivalent technical training/experience.
• Earthworks and underground estimating experience.
• Knowledge of estimating strategies, techniques and construction contracts.
• Experience creating conceptual budgets.
• Ability to work accurately under tight timelines and delegate to a team.
• Experience with Bid2Win.

EllisDon is proud to provide this unique career opportunity that provides continuous learning, opportunity for growth, and a competitive compensation package within an environment that is committed to inclusion and respects diversity.

Go ahead and be yourself. We'll pay you for it!

We are an equal opportunity employer.

We welcome people of any age, culture, subculture, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnicity, race, size, mental or physical status, veteran status, religion, language, political opinion, working-style preference, family status, education, and socio-economic status.

The EllisDon core values of Integrity and Mutual Respect welcomes everyone, at work and in the community, and our value of Mutual Accountability, means that we all have a role to play.

Accommodation for Applicants with disabilities will be made during the recruitment process when requested.

We are committed to providing a positive candidate experience and ensuring timely updates are provided to all candidates.

EllisDon uses AI tools to assist in screening and assessing applicants for this position.

PME Inc., part of the EllisDon group, is a self-performing, heavy civil contractor known for its comprehensive range of services including Earthworks, Underground, Pipeline, and Railways. Sharing EllisDon's values of integrity, mutual respect, safety, and quality, PME Inc. fosters a zero-harm culture, prioritizing safety and environmental responsibility. We exceed regulatory requirements and have a Responsive Modified Work Program to ensure workplace safety. Valuing diversity and inclusion, PME Inc. is committed to sustainable and equitable relationships with Indigenous communities, focusing on mutual respect and transparent communication. Our impact extends to climate & environment, inclusive diversity, indigenous relations, and health and safety, reflecting their dedication to making a positive difference in the communities they serve.