Civil Estimator

Blackline Civil; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Bonus opportunities

Long-term career

Job summary

Blackline Civil, an Alberta-based heavy civil contractor, is seeking an experienced Civil Estimator to join our Edmonton-area team. We partner with developers, engineers and municipalities to deliver earthworks, underground utilities and municipal infrastructure across Western Canada.

This role offers the opportunity to influence bids and grow with a expanding team. Join a company that values safety, quality, and collaborative problem solving on diverse civil projects, with strong COR-aligned

Qualifications

• 5+ years of civil estimating experience, senior level preferred.
• Experience in underground utilities, earthworks and land development.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specs and bid documents.
• Strong attention to detail and time management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and quantity take-offs
• Review drawings, specifications, and tender documents
• Develop accurate pricing for labour, equipment, and materials
• Analyze subcontractor and supplier quotations
• Identify project risks, opportunities, and value engineering options
• Collaborate with project managers and operations teams to support bids

Skills

Civil estimating

Earthworks

Underground utilities

Drawings interpretation

Tools

Estimating software

Excel

Job description

We're Hiring: Civil Estimator | Edmonton Area

Blackline Civil is an Alberta-based heavy civil contractor specializing in earthworks, underground utilities, industrial site development, and municipal infrastructure. We partner with developers, engineers, and municipalities to deliver high-quality projects across Western Canada.

We're looking for a skilled and experienced Civil Estimator to join our growing Edmonton-area team. This is an opportunity to step into a key role where your expertise directly impacts project success and company growth.

What We Offer:

• Competitive wages based on experience
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
  
• Stable, long-term career opportunity with a growing company
• Strong safety culture aligned with COR standards
• Opportunity to work on diverse and meaningful civil projects

Primary Responsibilities:

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and quantity take-offs
• Review drawings, specifications, and tender documents
• Develop accurate pricing for labour, equipment, and materials
• Analyze subcontractor and supplier quotations
• Identify project risks, opportunities, and value engineering options
• Collaborate with project managers and operations teams to support successful bids

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of civil estimating experience (senior-level candidates preferred)
• Proven experience in underground utilities, earthworks, and land development
• Strong understanding of civil construction methods and sequencing
• Proficiency in estimating software and Excel
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and bid documents
• High attention to detail with strong organizational and time management skills

At Blackline Civil, we take pride in delivering work safely, efficiently, and to a high standard of quality. Our team operates in a collaborative environment where experience is valued and performance is recognized.